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Undersea Warfare Program Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$115K - $138K/yr

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Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation and ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering ...

Description Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation ... constructive architecture models that inform decision-making at the highest levels of the ...

Undersea Warfare Program Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$115K - $138K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering ...

Nuclear Systems Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

Partner with safety, licensing, and naval architecture engineers to keep designs compatible with ... Run design reviews and phase gates, and surface the trade-offs that need executive decisions.

Nuclear Systems Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$110K - $240K/yr

Partner with safety, licensing, and naval architecture engineers to keep designs compatible with ... Run design reviews and phase gates, and surface the trade-offs that need executive decisions.

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How much do executive naval architect jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive naval architect in the United States is $94,251.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Naval Architect vs Naval Architect?

AspectExecutive Naval ArchitectNaval Architect
CredentialsEngineering degree, professional certification, leadership experienceEngineering degree, specialized naval architecture training
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership, project oversight, strategic planningDesign, analysis, technical development
Employer & Industry UsageShipbuilding companies, naval defense, large maritime firmsDesign firms, shipyards, maritime consulting

The main difference is that the Executive Naval Architect holds a senior leadership role with strategic responsibilities, overseeing projects and teams, while the Naval Architect focuses on technical design and analysis. Both roles require engineering credentials, but the Executive Naval Architect combines technical expertise with managerial skills.

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Infographic showing various Executive Naval Architect job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,251 per year, or $45.3 per hour.

$150K/yr

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Posted 11 days ago


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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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28th of 49 rated military and defense


Job description

You will serve as a PROGRAM MANAGER and ASSISTANT CHIEF OF STAFF for the TRAINING SUPPORT VESSEL SQUADRON FOUR (TSVRON-4) assigned to COMMANDER, CARRIER STIRKE GROUP FOUR. The TSVRON facilities are located at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLC-FS).Qualifications:To qualify for a GS-15, your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-14 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
  • Experience providing strategic direction, executive leadership, and oversight for a complex, multi-million-dollar program. This includes managing a multidisciplinary workforce (civilian, military, and contractor), directing long-range strategic planning, and assuming executive responsibility for program success and mission readiness.
  • Experience demonstrating expert knowledge of maritime operations, naval architecture, and the lifecycle management of specialized vessels. This includes experience with maritime regulatory compliance (e.g., American Bureau of Shipping, U.S. Coast Guard) and overseeing vessel maintenance, modernization, and complex engineering projects.
  • Experience managing and executing a substantial budget (in excess of $8M annually), including budget formulation, justification, and defense to senior leadership. The applicant must have experience in strategic resource allocation, including financial, human capital, and physical assets, to meet organizational objectives and respond to emergent requirements.
  • Experience serving in a significant contracting oversight role, such as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). This includes developing Statements of Work (SOW), managing large-scale service contracts, ensuring contractor performance, and navigating federal acquisition processes.
  • Experience negotiating and building consensus with senior-level stakeholders, including military Flag Officers, Senior Executive Service (SES) officials, and leaders from other government agencies and private industry. This includes the ability to justify, defend, and settle matters of significant consequence and represent an organization in high-stakes settings.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:There is no education substitution for this series/grade combination.
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