General Manager, Maritime Tech & Government Programs

SubSea Craft; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SubSea Craft US (Operations) Inc seeks a General Manager to lead the U.S. subsidiary's operations, delivering advanced maritime technology to the Department of War. This role emphasizes security, budget control, and strategic execution.

The General Manager reports to the President and Board, ensuring NISPOM/ITAR compliance, mitigating FOCI, and building a cleared, high-performing team across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10+ years of relevant experience or 8+ years with a master’s degree.
• Direct work experience with the United States Navy.
• Demonstrable history of leading within a start-up or early-stage company.
• The ability to forge strong customer relationships and to build, maintain, and motivate a high-performance execution team.
• The ability to advocate and influence government acquisition plans and create new business capture strategies.
• A strong collaborator comfortable navigating within an international group.
• Ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks while operating in a demanding, high-paced environment.
• Understanding of export/import control rules and regulations such as ITAR, EAR FAR, DFAR, etc.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance (US Citizenship as a pre-requisite)

Responsibilities

• Execute the Company strategy for entry to the United States Department of War maritime technology market.
• Deliver contract and programme performance in accordance with cost, schedule, technical, quality, and security requirements.
• Develop the annual operating plan and manage the approved budget across operations and strategic initiatives.
• Build and lead a high-performing cleared workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Navy experience

Security/compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

SubSea Craft US (Operations) Inc seeks a General Manager to lead the U.S. subsidiary's operations, delivering advanced maritime technology to the Department of War. This role emphasizes security, budget control, and strategic execution.

The General Manager reports to the President and Board, ensuring NISPOM/ITAR compliance, mitigating FOCI, and building a cleared, high-performing team across the organization.