Director Of Field Support And Validation

Thales Defense and Security Inc

CLARKSBURG, MD, US
Base: $180,886 - $231,132; bonus/equity: 15% targe...
On-site
Customer-facing teams
Product deployment and testing
Communication systems integration
Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is seeking a Director of Field Support and Validation to oversee customer-facing teams and ensure successful deployment of communication systems. The role requires extensive experience in tactical communications and team management, with a focus on user support and validation initiatives

Job Summary

  • This role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Field Support, Field OPS, and Product Validation organizations across multiple product lines, ensuring successful product deployment and customer satisfaction.
  • Responsibilities include acting as the main point of contact with Program Offices, serving as an escalation point for critical customer issues, and partnering closely with internal functional areas for effective issue resolution.
  • The company offers competitive salary, yearly incentive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and a generous 401(k) program, tuition reimbursement, and a 9/80 work schedule.

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Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is seeking a Director of Field Support and Validation to oversee customer-facing teams and ensure successful deployment of communication systems. The role requires extensive experience in tactical communications and team management, with a focus on user support and validation initiatives.

Salary

Base: $180,886 - $231,132; Bonus/Equity: 15% target incentive compensation plan; Benefits: Medical insurance, 401(k) with 7% company contribution, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • customer-facing teams
  • product deployment and testing
  • communication systems integration
  • tactical communications
  • MANET networks
  • wireless networking
  • Government/Customer Furnished Equipment management

Nice-to-have

  • strategic leadership
  • operational oversight
  • continuous improvement
  • risk mitigation
  • feedback loops
  • highly performing cohesive team

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent relevant experience
  • 10+ years' experience in user community support and validation
  • 5+ years managing customer implementations with tactical communications
  • Experience with MANET networks
  • Background in wireless networking
  • Understanding of tactical waveforms (SGFH, IW, MUOS, TSM)
  • Ability to move/lift/configure equipment up to 40-50 pounds
  • Willingness to travel 50% minimum

Work Rights

U.S. Citizenship required

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