Naval Tech Transition Lead

Valiant Harbor International, LLC; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Harbor International, LLC is seeking a Technology Transition Manager (Sr. Research Analyst) to support the Office of Naval Research (ONR) Warfighter Performance Department. This full-time hybrid role bridges scientific research and operational deployment, coordinating with Navy and acquisition entities.

The candidate should have a TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years of program development/management experience, and a track record in transitioning research to prototyping and field testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of 10 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate dialogue with Navy, Marine Corps, Joint Staffs, and acquisition entities to align technology development with operational needs.
• Create and support opportunities for ONR Program Officers to engage with stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Draft inputs for briefings and maintain classified/unclassified records across ONR systems (SIPRNET, NIPRNET, JWICS, D&A Portal).
• Analyze Code 34 projects and investments against strategic priorities, gaps, and external demand signals to inform leadership decisions.
• Track and assess external efforts for alignment and transition opportunities; support ONR participation.
• Prepare key documents like TDAs and 'Path to the Fleet' slides; identify opportunities for experimentation and exercises.
• Plan, coordinate, and document meetings related to transition activities, including stakeholder engagement and action tracking.
• Attend relevant events, review strategic guidance, support technology demonstrations, and manage classified materials securely.

Education

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience

Job description

Valiant Harbor International, LLC is seeking a Technology Transition Manager (Sr. Research Analyst) to support the Office of Naval Research (ONR) Warfighter Performance Department. This full-time hybrid role bridges scientific research and operational deployment, coordinating with Navy and acquisition entities.

The candidate should have a TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years of program development/management experience, and a track record in transitioning research to prototyping and field testing.