Mission Systems Director

Vannevarlabs

Remote
Competitive salary; equity; comprehensive benefits
Remote
Mission systems organization
Peo structures and decision-making
Acquisition timelines and budgeting
Vannevar Labs is seeking a Mission Systems Director to enhance their growth within defense technology by leveraging expertise in acquisition and program management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in navigating program offices and building relationships within the defense sector, particularly with PEOs and major program offices

Job Summary

  • Vannevar is a defense technology company building AI to deter adversaries, with agentic AI purpose-built to compete with China.
  • This role is central to Vannevar’s pivot into PEO-first growth, shaping long-cycle opportunities and guiding how the company wins large, durable programs.
  • Vannevar offers competitive salary and equity, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, unlimited PTO, and fully paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

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Vannevar Labs is seeking a Mission Systems Director to enhance their growth within defense technology by leveraging expertise in acquisition and program management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in navigating program offices and building relationships within the defense sector, particularly with PEOs and major program offices.

Salary

Competitive Salary; Equity; Comprehensive Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • mission systems organization
  • PEO structures and decision-making
  • acquisition timelines and budgeting
  • long-cycle opportunities
  • AI for defense applications

Nice-to-have

  • agile team environment
  • user empathy and mission impact
  • disciplined growth mindset
  • bias toward action

Key Requirements

  • Current Top Secret US DoD or IC clearance
  • Former PEO, Deputy PEO, Senior PMW lead, ACAT I/II PM, or equivalent
  • First-hand experience navigating acquisition processes
  • Strong network across program offices and industry

Work Rights

U.S. Persons status required

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