Valiant Harbor International, LLC · 16 hours ago
Program Engineer - ONR
Valiant Harbor International is a CVE Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in program, acquisition, and financial services for Government science and technology. They are seeking a Program Engineer to support the Office of Naval Research in identifying military missions and capability gaps, ensuring successful planning and execution of complex technical projects.
Business DevelopmentManagement ConsultingTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Collaborate with program officers to develop and execute technical strategies, including integrated program plans, risk assessments, and technology roadmaps
Monitor program milestones, schedules, and budgets, ensuring all technical and programmatic goals are met
Provide input on acquisition strategies and support the preparation of technical proposals, request for proposals (RFPs), and Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs)
Support the conceptualization of technology development strategies tailored to evolving defense needs and constraints
Participate in scenario formulation and experimentation to assess the military value of technical solutions and plan transitions to acquisition
Maintain and archive program data, including reports, publications, and presentations, in secure and organized systems like SharePoint
Draft and review high-level communications, including PowerPoint presentations, white papers, and technical reports, for diverse audiences, including senior leadership
Serve as a liaison between program officers, government organizations, industry, and academia to ensure alignment and collaboration
Respond to data calls and Requests for Information (RFIs) from Congress and other government entities, consolidating departmental responses with accuracy
Organize and administer conferences, workshops, technical reviews, and meetings, including preparing materials, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with event requirements
Track and review technical abstracts, papers, journals, and briefs to ensure compliance with public affairs and security policies before publication
Qualification
Required
Current SECRET Clearance (or ability to obtain prior to award)
5+ years of Program Management or Program Management support experience, performed in Science and Technology or Acquisition Program Management
Master's Degree in a technical field related to the areas of science and technology investment. The Government may consider the following substitutions: + 2+ years of Program Management or Program Management support experience with a PhD degree, or; + 10+ years of Program Management or Program Management support experience related to areas of science and technology investments with a bachelor's degree
Strong knowledge of systems engineering, program management, and technology integration
Proficiency in using data analysis tools to support program decision-making and performance tracking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical ideas to diverse audiences
A team-oriented mindset with the ability to coordinate effectively with government agencies, industry partners, and academia
A thorough approach to managing classified materials, documentation, and compliance requirements
Preferred
DAWIA certification or Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) certification
Project Management Certification (PMP)
Prior Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of Navy (DON) experience
Company
Valiant Harbor International, LLC
Valiant Harbor International, founded in 2013, is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVOSB) Company that focuses on helping federal government agencies identify and address organizational challenges in order to tailor and integrate specific solutions to solve their most difficult problems.