Senior Naval Programs Project Lead

thestahlcompanies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

thestahlcompanies is seeking a Project Support Lead to provide technical and programmatic support for Navy and DoD acquisition programs. The role requires blending engineering background with hands-on experience across disciplines to assist design, integration, testing, and evaluation of naval systems.

Responsibilities include coordinating plans, leading design verification, developing test programs for submarine and surface ship systems, and performing life cycle cost analyses while ensuring

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required.
• Experience: 10 years with DoD acquisition processes in PM, technical or business management.
• 5 years in two or more technical areas (integration, interface, reliability, test, life cycle cost, etc.).
• Experience in submarine or surface ship design and test/evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide project support in planning, coordination, and execution of Navy and DoD acquisition programs.
• Contribute technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and/or materials engineering.
• Lead or support design integration, verification, and system-level assessments for naval platforms.
• Develop and execute test programs for submarine and surface ship systems at model and full-scale levels.
• Conduct trade studies, life cycle cost analyses, and feasibility assessments.
• Ensure compliance with DoD acquisition processes and program standards.
• Coordinate with government and industry stakeholders to support program objectives.

Skills

Program management

DoD acquisition

Engineering background

Test and evaluation

Systems integration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

thestahlcompanies is seeking a Project Support Lead to provide technical and programmatic support for Navy and DoD acquisition programs. The role requires blending engineering background with hands-on experience across disciplines to assist design, integration, testing, and evaluation of naval systems.

Responsibilities include coordinating plans, leading design verification, developing test programs for submarine and surface ship systems, and performing life cycle cost analyses while ensuring