Project Manager - Advanced Navigation Systems in Norfolk, Virginia at SEA CORP

SEACORP is seeking a well-qualified Project Manager - Advanced Navigation Systems.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Job Summary: SEACORP is seeking a ProjectManager to lead the development and implementation of advanced maritimenavigation technologies. This role oversees high-complexity projects focused onthe design and integration of data distribution systems, geophysical databases,and advanced algorithms/processing frameworks. The successful candidate willmanage multi-disciplinary teams to increase system capabilities, ensuring thatnext-generation navigation solutions meet evolving U.S. Navy operationalrequirements for accuracy, reliability, and precision timing.

Advanced System Development & Management:

• Coordinate the transition of research and development (R&D) initiatives into production-ready shipboard architectures.
• Direct the development and lifecycle management of advanced data distribution systems and processing frameworks for maritime navigation.
• Oversee the creation and integration of geophysical databases to enhance system-level positioning and navigation capabilities.
• Manage the development and implementation of advanced algorithms for sensor fusion, signal processing, and navigation stability.
• Identify and manage technical risks associated with new technologies and complex software/hardware interfaces.

Project Execution & Planning:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring all milestones for advanced capability development are met.
• Directly manage engineering teams in the execution of sprint cycles, technical reviews, and validation testing for advanced processing frameworks.
• Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness and maturity of newly developed navigation algorithms.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the primary technical interface for Government sponsors and subject matter experts regarding advanced navigation research and capability enhancements.
• Present technical roadmaps, progress reports, and capability assessments to senior leadership and industrial partners.
• Provide expert input to contract proposals, Statements of Work (SOW), and long-term technology insertion strategies.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s level degree in an Engineering, Computer Science, or highly technical managerial discipline.

Experience:

Project Manager I - Five years of professional experience in project management, with a background in complex software development or systems integration.

Project Manager II - Ten years of professional experience, including at least seven (7) years leading projects involving advanced algorithms, data distribution, or maritime sensors.

Project Manager III - Fifteen years of professional experience, demonstrating a track record of successfully delivering large-scale, advanced technology systems for the U.S. Navy.

As a requirement of employment, all SEACORP employees must hold U.S. Citizenship.

Location: Norfolk, VA

Travel: None

Clearance: Secret

Work Environment & Physical Demands: Office & Computer Laboratories - Sitting, standing, extended periods of time using a mouse and keyboard and viewing computer screens. Infrequent lifting of <40lbs. Movement between points within the same office or between buildings. Work is performed in generally consistent environmental conditions with some seasonality for temperature differences and lighting.

Successful candidates will enjoy competitive wages and a very rich benefit program, including:

• Medical Benefits: Choice of two medical insurance programs through Blue Cross & Blue Shield.
• Dental Benefits: A best in class Dental Insurance Plan through Delta Dental.
• Vision Benefits: An excellent Vision Benefit providing discounts and allowances for prescription glasses and contact lenses.
• Retirement Benefits: A qualified 401(k) Retirement Savings Account with a generous employer matching contribution up to 8% of your eligible compensation.
• Life Insurance Benefits: Employer paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance equal to your annual salary. Supplemental coverage is available for you and qualified family members as well as Supplemental Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Additional Benefits: Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year (including 2 floating Holidays), a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program; Tuition Reimbursement, and Referral Bonuses.

SEACORP is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. SEACORP strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.