Undersea Warfare Program Analyst

Ventus Solutions; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

ESOP participation

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Ventus Executive Solutions seeks an Undersea Warfare Program Analyst to support a DoD program office in Arlington, VA. The role combines program analysis with Pentagon-level coordination to advance UUVs, ROVs, and autonomous systems, requiring a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of defense experience.

Responsibilities include PPBE-informed planning and budgeting, executive briefings, and cross‑agency collaboration. Secret clearance preferred with travel less than 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Operations Research, Business, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of DoD, Navy, or defense industry experience.
• Experience supporting Pentagon staffs, OPNAV, Navy HQ, Fleet staffs, Systems Commands, or PEOs.
• Familiarity with the PPBE process.
• Experience preparing executive briefings, talking points, decision papers, memoranda, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and managing action items.
• PBIS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, programming, budgeting, requirements development, and execution of undersea warfare capabilities.
• Assist Navy leadership in program management and decision-making.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and develop executive-level program briefings and reports.
• Contribute to portfolio status updates, funding analyses, and program documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Independent work

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation and consulting. We believe our employees’ success is integral to our mission, which is why we prioritize work-life balance, personal development, and fostering a sense of belonging. In addition to providing opportunities to thrive, we offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent ready to make a meaningful impact. As part of the Ventus Solutions team, you’ll collaborate with government and industry leaders to develop constructive architecture models that inform decision-making at the highest levels of the Department of Defense. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) we value curiosity, collaboration, and excellence, and we’re committed to supporting your professional growth through mentorship, career development, and a culture of continuous learning. Join a team where your ideas matter, your expertise drives impact, and your work advances the mission.

Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled Undersea Warfare Program Analyst to support an innovative program office. You will support Navy leadership in the planning, programming, budgeting, requirements development, and execution of emerging undersea warfare capabilities, including Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs), Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS), Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), stationary and deployable seabed systems, and Undersea Constellation initiatives. The position combines Pentagon Action Officer responsibilities with program analysis and stakeholder coordination supporting senior Navy decision-makers. Join our innovative team and contribute to impactful national security initiatives.

Work Location:

Onsite: Arlington, VA (Pentagon)

Travel:

Less than 10%

Clearance:

Secret Clearance required, TS Clearance preferred.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Operations Research, Business, Public Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant Department of Defense, Navy, or defense industry experience.
• Experience supporting Pentagon staffs, OPNAV, Navy headquarters, Fleet staffs, Systems Commands, or Program Executive Offices.
• Familiarity with the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Experience preparing executive-level briefings, talking points, decision papers, memoranda, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and managing action items.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced headquarters environment.

Desired Experience:

• Experience with JCIDS, Navy requirements development, or capability documentation (CDDs, ICDs, TLRs, etc.).
• Experience supporting Navy budget development and execution using PBIS or similar resource management tools.
• Experience supporting Flag Officer-level organizations.
• Operational or technical experience with:

1. Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs)
2. Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)
3. Undersea Robotic and Autonomous Systems (RAS)
4. Subsea and Seabed Warfare

• DAWIA Level II (or higher) certification in Program Management or Engineering.
• Experience supporting acquisition programs or Program Executive Offices.
• Knowledge of Navy undersea warfare capability development and modernization.
• Experience developing portfolio status reports, funding analyses, and executive-level program briefings.
• Demonstrated ability to represent organizations at meetings, conferences, and technical exchanges while preparing after-action reports and tracking follow‑on actions.
• PBIS experience strongly preferred.

The expected salary range for this position is $115,000-$138,000 represents a good-faith estimate and is not a guarantee; final compensation is determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, and government contract labor rate requirements and may fall outside the stated range. In addition to base pay, Ventus offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision), ESOP participation, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.