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Senior Technical Recruiter

AZ ยท Remote

$50 - $51/hr

Remote (United States) Job Type: Full-Time Contract / Contract-to-Hire Work Schedule: 9/80 work ... This position is ideal for recruiters with prior defense or government-contracting experience who ...

Defense Attorney

Irvine, CA ยท Remote

$140K - $200K/yr

Remote Role! Personal Injury Defense Attorney This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sharon Brown Are you a ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

Associate Attorney

Las Vegas, NV ยท On-site +1

$130K - $170K/yr

Remote or Hybrid Remote Defense Counsel! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sharon Brown Are you a fit ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

... Remote What You'll Do: The Senior Manager, Contracts, is responsible for the cradle to grave ... Establishes master service agreements with defense contractor resellers and work with legal counsel ...

Defense Attorney

Saint Petersburg, FL ยท On-site +1

$120K - $220K/yr

Hybrid and remote flexibility Job Details ----- Seeking a Defense attorney with at least 2 years of ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$150K - $225K/yr

Hybrid and fully remote work flexibility for qualified candidates * Long-term career growth and ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

Jr. Insurance Defense Attorney

Long Beach, CA ยท On-site +1

$125K - $160K/yr

Hybrid or REMOTE Schedule Why join us? ----- * Competitive Base Salary! * Extremely Competitive ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

REMOTE - must be liscenced in CA This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christina Finster Are you a fit? Easy ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

Insurance Defense Attorney

Ventura, CA ยท Remote

$125K - $200K/yr

Fully Remote Insurance Defense Attorney- Must be CA Barred This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jade ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

Insurance Defense Attorney

Ventura, CA ยท Remote

$150K - $200K/yr

Fully Remote Insurance Defense Attorney- Must be CA Barred This Jobot Job is hosted by: Andrew ... and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply.

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How much do remote defense contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote defense contractor in the United States is $45.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $72.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote defense contractor?

A Remote Defense Contractor is a professional who provides services to defense organizations while working off-site, often from home or a designated remote location. These roles can include cybersecurity, intelligence analysis, software development, engineering, or logistics support. Contractors typically work with government agencies or defense companies on specialized projects, ensuring security and compliance with regulations. Strong communication, adherence to clearance requirements, and secure work environments are essential for success in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote defense contractor?

To thrive as a Remote Defense Contractor, you need a strong background in defense or engineering disciplines, security clearance, and relevant experience in military or government projects. Familiarity with classified communication platforms, project management software, and certifications like DoD 8570 or PMP is often required. Strong self-motivation, excellent verbal and written communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a distributed environment are important soft skills. These competencies ensure secure, effective project delivery in a highly regulated industry where remote work relies on both technical and interpersonal excellence.

What are some common challenges faced by remote defense contractors, and how can they be managed?

Remote Defense Contractors often face challenges such as maintaining clear communication with geographically dispersed teams, ensuring the proper handling of sensitive information outside of traditional secure facilities, and managing complex project requirements independently. To address these issues, most organizations provide comprehensive onboarding for secure remote systems, regular virtual meetings, and detailed project management protocols. Building strong working relationships with colleagues online and staying proactive in seeking clarification or support can help overcome these hurdles. Staying organized and adhering strictly to security protocols are also essential for success in this unique remote setting.

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Director, Federal Business Development - Maritime Programs

Chula Vista, CA โ€ข Remote

Marine Group Boat Works LLC
51 - 200 employees

$170K - $300K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a federal maritime business development and capture strategy, with the Navy as the primary focus.

  • Identify and qualify opportunities 12-36 months before solicitation.

  • Build relationships with NAVSEA, SWRMC, other RMCs, PMS offices, contracting personnel, technical representatives, and major defense contractors.


Job description

Description

The primary focus of the Director of Federal Business Development - Maritime Programs is expanding Marine Group Boat Works' presence with the U.S. Navy, including opportunities administered by NAVSEA, Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC), other Regional Maintenance Centers (RMCs), Program Executive Offices (PEOs), and major defense contractors.ย 


In addition, this position will be responsible for identifying and pursuing strategic growth opportunities with the U.S. Coast Guard and other federal maritime agencies where Marine Group Boat Works' capabilities provide a competitive advantage.


This is not a traditional proposal-writing or RFP-response role. The primary purpose of this position is to identify, qualify, shape, and capture opportunities well before they reach solicitation.


The role will focus on expanding Marine Group Boat Works' federal footprint through opportunities involving vessel repair, maintenance, modernization, ship alterations, installation work, and waterfront services performed both within our shipyard and at government facilities, naval bases, Coast Guard installations, and aboard government vessels throughout the United States and abroad, including both CONUS and OCONUS work opportunities.


Location: Remote work may be considered.


Relocation: Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible candidates.


Compensation: ย ย ย The compensation range includes both base salary and bonus incentive opportunity.

Requirements

Essential ย ย Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute a ย federal maritime business development and capture strategy, with the Navy as the primary focus.
  • Identify and qualify opportunities 12-36 months before solicitation.
  • Build relationships with NAVSEA, SWRMC, other RMCs, PMS offices, contracting personnel, technical representatives, and major defense contractors.
  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with the U.S. Coast Guard, including SFLC, base commands, contracting offices, and supporting prime contractors.
  • Identify CONUS and OCONUS opportunities where Marine Group Boat Works can perform work at customer facilities, Navy bases, Coast Guard installations, shipboard locations, or other remote sites.
  • Develop capture plans, win strategies, teaming approaches, and customer engagement plans.
  • Position Marine Group Boat Works for prime and subcontract opportunities.
  • Maintain a qualified opportunity pipeline with estimated value, timing, customer, contract vehicle, probability of win, and next actions.
  • Lead bid/no-bid recommendations in coordination with executive leadership.
  • Coordinate with estimating, contracts, operations, and proposal support teams, but not serve as the primary proposal writer.
  • Provide regular capture updates to executive leadership.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:ย 


To perform ย ย this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the ย ย knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education and/or Experience:

  • 5+ years of Navy, Coast Guard, Department of Defense, or federal maritime business development experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in ย ย capture management, opportunity shaping, and customer relationship ย ย development.
  • Strong understanding of NAVSEA, ย ย SWRMC, RMC, Coast Guard, and federal maritime contracting environments.
  • Existing relationships within ย ย Navy, Coast Guard, federal maritime, or major defense contractor communities.
  • Experience identifying or supporting work performed outside a contractor's home facility, including CONUS ย ย and OCONUS field service or shipboard opportunities.
  • Strong judgment, professionalism, and ability to operate independently.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required security access or clearances.

Preferred ย ย Background

  • Former Navy, Coast Guard, acquisition, port engineer, ship repair, program management, or senior defense industry business development background.
  • Experience with NAVSEA, Coast Guard, IDIQ, MAC, SeaPort, or prime/subcontracting strategies.
  • Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, government procurement timelines, and small business contracting strategies.
  • Prior experience supporting deployed, remote, pier-side, shipboard, or OCONUS work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strategic, relationship-focused professional with a consultative approach.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
  • Credible and effective in engaging with Navy, Coast Guard, and defense industry stakeholders.
  • Disciplined in pipeline and opportunity management.
  • Comfortable interacting with senior executives and decision-makers.
  • Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and persistence.
  • Focused on long-term customer partnerships and strategic growth.
  • Strong written, verbal, and basic quantitative skills.
  • Ability to interpret and apply documents, policies, and instructions.
  • Produces accurate, thorough, and high-quality work.
  • Adaptable to changing priorities, assignments, and work locations.
  • Reliable, dependable, and collaborative team contributor.

Language Ability:

  • Ability to communicate effectively in Englishย 

Physical ย ย Requirements:ย 


The ย ย physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met ย ย by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job ย ย are medium/heavy in nature.ย 

  • Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear during ย ย meetings, presentations, and customer engagements.
  • Ability to travel to naval bases, shipyards, waterfront ย ย facilities, government installations, and customer locations.
  • Ability to access and navigate shipyards, dry docks, piers, ย ย vessels, and industrial work environments, which may require climbing ย ย ladders, ascending and descending stairs, walking on uneven surfaces, and ย ย moving through confined spaces aboard vessels.
  • Ability to conduct vessel, facility, and project site visits in varying weather and environmental conditions.
  • Must be able to lift and carry materials such as laptops, presentation equipment, and business materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to remain mobile for extended periods during site visits, industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings.
  • Must be able to comply with all safety requirements and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety ย ย glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, and flotation devices when required.
  • Visual ability to read documents, technical specifications, reports, and electronic communications.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment, computers, and mobile devices.


Work ย ย Environment

  • Combination of office, shipyard, waterfront, vessel, and government installation environments.
  • Regular interaction with military personnel, government representatives, shipyard personnel, and defense industry partners.
  • Exposure to industrial environments that may include noise, moving equipment, elevated work areas, and marine-related conditions.