Director, SOF Operations

The Swift Group is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.

We are seeking for a Director, SOF Operations remotely, local to Reston, VA.

As the Director, SOF Operations, you will lead and manage a highly complex Department of Defense (DoD) weapons system program from Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) through Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and Full Rate Production (FRP). This role requires a seasoned leader capable of managing program budgets, production schedules, and test event coordination while ensuring seamless collaboration with multiple DoD stakeholders and program offices. You will be at the forefront of delivering mission-critical capabilities to the warfighter, driving operational excellence, and ensuring program success.

Requirements:

• DAWIA Program Management Level II certification.
• Direct experience managing RDT&E programs through LRIP and FRP phases.
• Proven background in program budget planning, estimation, and execution.
• Experience leading and coordinating test events, including safety and performance testing.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple DoD stakeholders and program offices.
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance required
  
  

Desired Experience:

• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage complex DoD acquisition programs.
• Experience supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF) programs or similar high-visibility defense programs.
• Demonstrated success coordinating across multiple government agencies and engineering activities.
• Ability to develop and execute detailed production schedules and integrated master plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging senior stakeholders.
• Prior experience with safety and performance test event planning and execution.
  
  

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay Range: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00

Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.