Description

Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled Senior International Program Manager to support an innovative program office. You will provide leadership across Foreign Military Sales (FMS), cooperative international agreements, technology and data exchange efforts, and strategic engagement with U.S. and allied government stakeholders. This position requires a highly motivated professional with strong leadership abilities, technical credibility, and extensive experience managing international defense relationships. Join our innovative team and contribute to impactful national security initiatives.

Work Location: Washington, DC

Travel: 20-30% CONUS and international travel

Clearance: Secret Clearance required, TS Clearance preferred.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, International Relations, National Security, Business, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience supporting Department of Defense or Department of the Navy international programs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or managing Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.
• Experience developing and executing international cooperative agreements, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), Project Arrangements, or Security Cooperation initiatives.
• Experience coordinating international technology transfer, information exchange, or data-sharing efforts.
• Knowledge of U.S. Navy undersea warfare programs, acquisition processes, and international partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to engage senior government officials, military leadership, and international stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple high-visibility initiatives.

Desired Experience:

• Master's degree in Engineering, International Affairs, National Security, or Business Administration.
• Experience supporting organizations such as:

1. Navy International Programs Office (NIPO)
2. NAVSEA International Programs
3. PEO Undersea Warfare (PEO USC)
4. Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)
5. Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA)
6. Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)

• Familiarity with the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and Security Cooperation policies.
• Experience working with allied partners including Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, NATO nations, or Indo-Pacific partners.
• Prior military experience within the U.S. Navy Submarine Force, Surface Warfare community, or Navy acquisition organizations is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting undersea warfare capability development, maritime security cooperation, or multinational defense initiatives.

The expected salary range for this position is $140,000 - $180,000. This range 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.

Ventus Executive Solutions provides our government and commercial clients with a range of professional and innovation services including: technology innovation acceleration, business consulting services, professional engineering and program oversight, and program and budget support. We support analysis and studies in a variety of areas including defense, energy and health care where we aid organizations in solving complex problems in new and innovative ways. We work with our clients to identify core issues and then put together a cost-effective world-class team to solve problems and enable our clients to create and seize opportunities.

To find out more about Ventus, visit our website: www.ventus-solutions.com