Maritime Technical Director Vienna, VA

Integris Composites; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Integris Composites, Inc. is seeking a Maritime Technical Director in Vienna, VA to lead technical strategy for maritime protection systems, guiding concepts through field integration and customer programs.

The role requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain to develop innovative solutions and ensure successful deployment on maritime platforms; leadership in design, integration, and program opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required in naval architecture, marine engineering, or closely related field.
• Extensive shipbuilding/shipyard experience with marine systems integration.
• Knowledge of maritime standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience integrating equipment onto maritime platforms (aluminum, steel, composites).
• Strong understanding of design integration principles and lifecycle support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for maritime protection solutions from engagement through design, installation, test, and field support.
• Lead integration of protective solutions onto new-build and in-service platforms, considering vessel structure, access, maintainability, and producibility.
• Collaborate with internal teams to translate threat requirements into practical concepts.
• Translate platform requirements into technical solution sets aligned with mission and environment.
• Interface with shipbuilders, naval architects, program offices, prime contractors, and end users on scope and design.
• Review and develop installation concepts, mounting approaches, drawings, models, and integration procedures.
• Spearhead opportunities into designs, quotes and successful integrations.

Skills

Maritime system integration

Naval architecture

Project leadership

Customer engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Job description

Maritime Technical Director – Vienna, VA

Join Integris Composites, Inc.
Integris Composites is a global leader in advanced armor and survivability solutions, providing innovative ballistic protection systems for military, law enforcement, and commercial customers around the world. We are seeking a highly motivated Maritime Technical Director to join our team and serve as the technical leader for maritime protection solutions, supporting customer programs from concept through field integration.

The Maritime Technical Director partners with the Maritime team to drive business growth, expand market opportunities, and deliver customer-focused ballistic protection solutions. This role combines technical expertise, customer engagement, and business development to support new and existing maritime programs. Working closely with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams, this person will develop innovative solutions, support product development initiatives, and ensure successful integration of protective systems onto maritime platforms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for maritime protection solutions from early customer engagement and concept development through design, installation, test, and field support.
• Lead integration of protective solutions onto new-build and in-service maritime platforms, accounting for vessel structure, arrangements, access, maintainability, producibility, and installation constraints.
• Work closely with internal design, manufacturing, and business development teams to turn threat requirements into practical maritime protection concepts.
• Translate maritime platform requirements into technical solution sets that align with vessel mission, operating environment, and shipyard realities.
• Interface directly with shipbuilders, boatbuilders, naval architects, program offices, prime contractors, and end users on technical scope, integration approach, and design.
• Review and help develop installation concepts, mounting approaches, drawings, models, technical packages, and integration procedures for maritime application.
• Spearhead and coordinate program opportunities into designs, quotes and successful integrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• Significant experience in shipbuilding, boatbuilding, naval architecture, shipyard engineering, marine systems integration, or maritime platform development.
• Working knowledge of maritime standards, rules, and regulatory frameworks relevant to vessel design and modification.
• Demonstrated experience integrating equipment, structures, mission systems, or other technical solutions onto maritime platforms. Experience with aluminum, steel, and composite marine structure.
• Strong understanding of maritime design and integration principles, including platform arrangements, structural interfaces, installation sequencing, and lifecycle support considerations.
• Familiarity with naval, patrol, expeditionary, special operations, law enforcement, or high-speed craft applications.
• Familiarity with shock, vibration, corrosion, and harsh-environment design considerations for maritime systems.

Why Join Integris?

At Integris Composites, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry experts developing next-generation survivability solutions that protect those who serve around the world. We offer challenging work, collaborative teams, professional growth opportunities, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on critical defense and maritime programs.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover describing how your experience and qualifications align with this position and a current resume to [e-mail]. Contact us for full details of the position.

Integris Composites is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Integris Composites, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.