Director of Persistent Surveillance Systems
Apply NowCompany: ThayerMahan
Location: Groton, CT 06340
Description:
Director of Persistent Surveillance Systems
Join our dynamic and innovative team at ThayerMahan, a world leader in autonomous maritime surveillance and monitoring. Headquartered in Groton, CT, we are a fast-growing, mission-focused, innovative technology company in the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) space. At ThayerMahan we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth.
What we Offer:
Competitive salary, comprehensive total rewards package (medical, dental, vision, 401K with employer match), and other great benefits. Opportunity to continue to develop your career at a growing organization. This is an exempt position.
If you meet the requirements and are ready to make waves with us, apply now!
ThayerMahan, Inc. is a rapidly growing maritime technology company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for ocean intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Our mission is to enhance national security and protect critical maritime infrastructure through cutting-edge persistent surveillance technologies.
Position Overview:
ThayerMahan is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Persistent Surveillance Systems to lead maritime operations planning, coordination, and execution. This individual will play a critical role in the deployment and testing of ThayerMahan's advanced surveillance systems, including at-sea operations.
The ideal candidate is a former naval officer with extensive experience in operational maritime roles, particularly in undersea warfare (USW). The role requires leadership in complex maritime surveillance efforts, including occasionally leading teams during at-sea system deployments.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Why Join ThayerMahan?
If you are a former naval officer or have extensive operational experience in undersea warfare, and are looking for an opportunity to lead cutting-edge maritime surveillance efforts, we encourage you to apply.
Join our dynamic and innovative team at ThayerMahan, a world leader in autonomous maritime surveillance and monitoring. Headquartered in Groton, CT, we are a fast-growing, mission-focused, innovative technology company in the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) space. At ThayerMahan we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth.
What we Offer:
Competitive salary, comprehensive total rewards package (medical, dental, vision, 401K with employer match), and other great benefits. Opportunity to continue to develop your career at a growing organization. This is an exempt position.
If you meet the requirements and are ready to make waves with us, apply now!
ThayerMahan, Inc. is a rapidly growing maritime technology company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for ocean intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Our mission is to enhance national security and protect critical maritime infrastructure through cutting-edge persistent surveillance technologies.
Position Overview:
ThayerMahan is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Persistent Surveillance Systems to lead maritime operations planning, coordination, and execution. This individual will play a critical role in the deployment and testing of ThayerMahan's advanced surveillance systems, including at-sea operations.
The ideal candidate is a former naval officer with extensive experience in operational maritime roles, particularly in undersea warfare (USW). The role requires leadership in complex maritime surveillance efforts, including occasionally leading teams during at-sea system deployments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of maritime surveillance/monitoring operations, including the deployment and testing of ThayerMahan's systems.
- Develop operational strategies and concepts of employment for persistent surveillance technologies.
- Manage and support at-sea operations, including participation in and oversight of live deployments.
- Provide technical and operational expertise on undersea warfare (USW), undersea surveillance, and unmanned maritime systems.
- Collaborate with internal engineering teams to refine system capabilities based on operational feedback.
- Work closely with government and commercial partners to align ThayerMahan's capabilities with mission requirements.
- Train and mentor personnel on operational best practices and system utilization.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Navy experience required, preferably as a naval officer or in an equivalent operational role.
- Deep understanding of undersea warfare (USW) tactics, techniques, and procedures.
- Experience leading and executing maritime operations involving surveillance, reconnaissance, or undersea warfare.
- Ability to lead and manage teams in high-tempo environments, including at-sea testing.
- Strong communication skills to engage with internal teams, external customers, and strategic partners.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
- Up to 25% travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with maritime unmanned systems and undersea surveillance technologies.
- Familiarity with government acquisition processes and operational test/evaluation procedures.
- Previous experience working with industry partners and Department of Defense stakeholders.
Why Join ThayerMahan?
- Work at the forefront of maritime monitoring and surveillance technology in a rapidly growing company.
- Lead critical operational initiatives supporting national security and ocean intelligence.
- Collaborate with a dynamic team of experts in the maritime defense and technology space.
If you are a former naval officer or have extensive operational experience in undersea warfare, and are looking for an opportunity to lead cutting-edge maritime surveillance efforts, we encourage you to apply.