Director Of Growth

Director of Growth

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Shape, develop and implement a strategic approach to capture a Program of Record to include key hires and team development where required to ensure success.
• Strategic Growth: The Department of Defense is undergoing a revolution in its acquisition processes. You must be ready to accelerate that revolution and deliver capability ahead of expectations and drive results.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams—including Business Development, Program Management, and Legal—to craft compelling proposals and negotiate favorable contracts.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Develop innovative strategies to address unique challenges in shaping, developing and capturing Programs of Record.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to all regulatory and company standards, including ITAR, cybersecurity, and MIL-STD requirements.
• Leadership Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing insights and recommendations on contracts and proposals strategies.
• Clearance : The candidate must have a current TS/SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated prior team leadership experience in strategic growth with DoD Programs – preferably with a 0 to 1 track record.
• Strong knowledge of PPBE, acquisition processes, congressional lobbying processes, reform, and rapid acquisition processes.
• Exceptional understanding of customer gaps and problem sets, with an emphasis on the INDOPACOM Area of Operations.
• Exceptional network; SOCOM, Navy, USMC, IC are all highly valued.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and scale a team.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and negotiation skills. Expectation is to shape, develop and close ACAT II or similar level Programs.
• Creative problem-solving abilities with a focus on delivering strategic solutions.
• Active security clearance: TS/SCI (polygraph or full scope a plus but not required)
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Candidate has intimate contacts within highest levels of the US Navy & SOCOM across requirements owners, resource sponsors and acquisition offices.
• The individual will be a self-starter with autonomy and a bias for action. We will hire for culture – as much of the initial ground game will have to be individually driven.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership Access: Work closely with executive leadership, influencing key business decisions. You report directly to the Senior Campaign Growth Lead and will be working as a part of a team.
• Room for Growth: This role offers a clear path to expanded responsibilities and career advancement, team leadership, agency and autonomy.
• Innovative Environment : Be part of a forward-thinking company redefining the maritime industry.
• Team Building Opportunity: Shape and lead a growing team to meet the company's evolving needs. This role will develop a team and we offer the opportunity to build and grow headcount as required to capture future opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office