UUV/AUV Technical Subject Matter Expert

ventus-solutions; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventus Executive Solutions seeks a skilled UUV/AUV Technical Subject Matter Expert to support development, integration, experimentation, and operational employment of unmanned undersea systems. You will collaborate with Navy and DoD stakeholders to assess technologies, develop concepts and requirements, and advance undersea capabilities.

The role requires 10+ years in undersea warfare or unmanned systems, strong CONOPS experience, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, oceanography, computer science or related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in undersea warfare, undersea systems, or unmanned undersea systems with direct technical/operational experience with UUVs/AUVs.
• Hands-on understanding of UUV/AUV capabilities, mission concepts, limitations, and integration challenges.
• Experience supporting development, testing, evaluation, integration, or operational use of UUV/AUV systems in Navy/DoD environments.
• Strong understanding of Navy undersea warfare operations, CONOPS, and acquisition processes.
• Ability to translate operational needs into technical requirements and programmatic objectives.
• Proven ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; high emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor on UUV/AUV development, integration, experimentation, and operational employment.
• Collaborate with Navy and DoD stakeholders to assess emerging technologies and develop concepts and requirements.
• Translate operational needs and mission requirements into technical recommendations, CONOPS, and programmatic objectives.

Skills

UUV/AUV systems

CONOPS development

Systems integration

Stakeholder communication

Technical writing

MS 365 proficiency

Operational undersea warfare

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, oceanography, computer science or related technical field

Master’s degree in engineering, oceanography, computer science, or related field

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 UUV/AUV Technical Subject Matter Expert. You will serve as a trusted technical advisor, leveraging your operational and technical experience with unmanned undersea systems to support UUV/AUV development, integration, experimentation, and operational employment. You will collaborate with Navy and DoD stakeholders to assess emerging technologies, develop concepts and requirements, and help advance innovative unmanned undersea capabilities. Join our team and contribute your expertise to critical undersea warfare and national security initiatives.

Work Location: On-site Newport, RI

Travel: 10% Travel

Clearance: TS Clearance required, SCI eligible preferred.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, oceanography, computer science or related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in undersea warfare, undersea systems, or unmanned undersea systems, with significant direct technical, operational, engineering or programmatic experience with UUVs/AUVs.
• Demonstrated hands-on or operational understanding of UUV/AUV capabilities, employment concepts, mission applications, technical limitations, integration challenges, and emerging technologies.
• Experience supporting the development, testing, evaluation, integration, or operational employment of UUV/AUV systems in Navy or DoD environments.
• Strong understanding of Navy undersea warfare operations, UUV/AUV Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) development, requirements development, systems integration, and acquisition processes.
• Ability to translate operational needs and mission requirements into technical recommendations, system requirements, CONOPS, and programmatic objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Navy, DoD, industry, and technical stakeholders and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; high emotional intelligence
• Highly proficient with Microsoft 365 or equivalent products including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams

Desired Experience:

• Former O-4/O-5 U.S. Navy Submariner with operational experience supporting a UUV Squadron (UUVRON) or other unmanned undersea warfare organization.
• Direct experience with UUV/AUV systems at NAVSEA, NUWC, ONR, DARPA, or other Navy/DoD organizations supporting unmanned undersea systems.
• Experience with UUV/AUV experimentation, prototyping, test and evaluation, fleet integration, or transition of emerging unmanned undersea technologies into operational use.
• Experience developing or executing UUV/AUV CONOPS, experimentation plans, operational assessments, or mission-level concepts.
• Strong understanding and demonstrated experience with the Navy’s Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Experience with Navy requirements, acquisition, resourcing, and program management processes related to unmanned systems.
• Master’s degree in engineering, oceanography, computer science, or a related technical field.