Product Development Lead

Washington, DCFull-timePosted Jul 23, 2026

Overview

VTG is seeking a Product Development Lead in Washington, DC, to support our Navy customer. 

Responsibilities

As Product Development Lead, you will assist the U.S. Navy with developing and implementing a strategy spanning system acquisition, modernization, and development to field and sustain integrated surface ship combat system capability. Responsibilities will include coordinating research and development efforts of advanced and enabling technologies; contributing to planning and developmental tests of various product lines; participating in program and technical reviews; reviewing and ensuring the validity of requirements, specifications and engineering change documents generated during the development process.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in any technical-related field or engineering field and 15 years professional experience related to U.S. Navy or Department of War (DoW) systems development and integration, or
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field and ten years of relevant experience.
  • Excellent communication and briefing skills
  • Expertise in strategic planning, coordination, logistics and familiarity with senior and flag level support, including new program initiatives.
  • Familiarity with DoW/DON Policies and Procedures related to systems engineering, software development and software management, verification and validation, test and evaluation and Navy combat systems.
  • Knowledgeable with Product Development and Strategic Budget Manager functions.
  • Must have and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Skills:

  • Foreign Military Sales (FMS) familiarity
  • Knowledge of various Combat System Elements.
  • Surface Navy operational experience a plus

 

*Position contingent upon contract award*

 

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