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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.
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.
• Due to our contracts with the US Government, US Citizenship is a requirement.
• 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.
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.
ThayerMahan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and doesn't discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other non-merit factor.