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Responsibilities
Information Professional Officers (IPOs) oversee the seamless operation of the global Naval network environment. Their responsibilities include:
- Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
- Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
- Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
- Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
- Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
- Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
- Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology
Work Environment
Information Professionals serve in challenging roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and ashore. This could include:
- Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
- Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
- Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
- Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Upon completion, candidates typically attend a five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, FL, before or during their initial assignment. IPOs must complete specific qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professional Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Postgraduate education is important to the success of the Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling and simulation.
There's also potential to pursue a graduate certificate, DoW certifications, federal executive fellowships and information assurance scholarships and internships.
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. Candidates seeking an Information Professional Officer position must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, General Engineering.
All candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance and qualified for sea duty.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Information Professional Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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Everett Dorey is a full-service civil litigation defense firm seeking fill-time attorneys for its Inland Empire Office, preferably in the areas of employment law, toxic tort, environmental law, construction law, public entity defense, professional liability and/or general liability. The firm blends innovation and experience to deliver excellent results for its clients while creating a uniquely positive workplace for its attorneys and staff. The core values of the firm include unmatched responsiveness, cutting edge technology, a commitment to gender equity, diversity, inclusion and the recruitment and retention of exceptionally talented litigators and staff. Everett Dorey's recognitions include, but are not limited to, “Best Places to Work" by Orange County Business Journal, “Top Workplace” by Orange County Register, “Top Legal Organization for DEI” by Orange County Coalition for Diversity in the Law, "Advancement of Women Award" by Orange County Women Lawyer Association, “Company that Cares" by Orange County Business Journal, and “Inclusive Workplace” by Best Companies Group and COLOR Magazine.
- Everett Dorey prides itself on superior benefits, including 401k matching, health, dental and vision insurance, gender neutral parental leave and hybrid and in-person work policies.
Who We Are
We are Skybound.
We love creators. We love fans. We love thrilling games, indelible images and moving stories. Our roots are in comics, but our brands extend to video games, television, movies, merchandise, and live experiences. We take special pride in original tales, fresh characters, and diverse voices.
From well-known franchises to freshly-minted originals, we offer the chance to join brilliant creators shaping a new generation of entertainment in a concentrated, agile environment where every perspective matters, and any idea can create a breakthrough.
Opportunity
Skybound is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Systems Designer to help build a thrilling new game franchise. The Senior Systems Designers create rewarding loops that help players set goals, progress, and stay engaged over multiple play sessions. They craft and tune player advancement and rewards across the entire game.
You will collaborate closely with the Game Director, department leads, and cross-disciplinary teams to define and drive the strategic vision for player progression and meta systems. You’ll mentor other designers, establish best practices, and ensure the systems design team delivers high-quality, scalable solutions that support both gameplay and business goals.
If you're passionate about building compelling systems, love mentoring others, and thrive in a creative, combat-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Reports: This position will report to Game Director.
Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the vision and execution of player progression, meta systems, and engagement loops across single and multiplayer experiences.
- Define and drive KPIs for progression systems that align with player satisfaction and business goals.
- Mentor and guide systems designers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
- Own major feature areas from concept through implementation, ensuring quality and consistency across the game.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, art, UX, and production to ensure systems are well-integrated and technically feasible.
- Establish and evangelize best practices for systems design, documentation, and tool usage.
- Anticipate and resolve design challenges, proactively improving workflows and pipelines.
- Playtest and iterate on systems regularly, using data and player feedback to refine and optimize.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in the games industry, with a focus on systems design and progression.
- Proven leadership experience, including mentoring designers and leading cross-functional initiatives.
- Shipped at least one AAA title with significant ownership of progression or meta systems.
- Deep understanding of player psychology, engagement strategies, and content pacing.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex systems into clear, actionable designs.
- Experience collaborating with engineering on tool development and pipeline optimization.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, with fluency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.
- Strategic mindset, balancing creative vision with technical and business constraints.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Unreal Engine, including scripting and integration into production pipelines.
- Strong technical scripting skills and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
- Passion for combat-oriented games, player progression, and Skybound’s unique properties.
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $125,000 - $165,000
- Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to: market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc.
- The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees
- Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role
Skybound offers a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, as well as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K plan with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off, wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement.
Company Overview
Skybound is a multiplatform content company working closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending stories and universes to new platforms, including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. We are home to critically-acclaimed global franchises, including The Walking Dead and Invincible.
Skybound Games produces, publishes and distributes video and tabletop games across all genres, including the multi-million-unit selling The Walking Dead video game series. In addition to our wholly-owned franchises, we work with independent developers to foster and create original games with compelling characters and worlds, strong creator and artistic focus, and innovative approaches to engaging genres.
Invincible is one of Skybound's tentpole franchises (celebrating 20 years!) and spans the world of comic books, merchandise, video games, and the critically acclaimed adult animated television series on Prime Video. Now in its second season, the television show has consistently ranked as one of Prime Videos top-streamed series with a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Based on the groundbreaking comic book by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, Invincible revolves around 18-year-old Mark Grayson, who’s just like every other guy his age—except his father is (or was) the most powerful superhero on the planet. Still reeling from Nolan’s betrayal in Season One, Mark struggles to rebuild his life as he faces a host of new threats, all while battling his greatest fear - that he might become his father without even knowing it.
The show stars Steven Yeun, with Sandra Oh, Zazie Beetz, Grey Griffin, Chris Diamantopoulos, Walton Goggins, Gillian Jacobs, Jason Mantzoukas, Ross Marquand, Khary Payton, Zachary Quinto, Andrew Rannells, Kevin Michael Richardson, Seth Rogen, and J.K. Simmons. Executive producers include Skybound's own Kirkman, David Alpert, and Margaret M. Dean.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Skybound we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! Skybound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, hair texture or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Skybound complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.
Skybound will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the CA Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
For more information on our Privacy Policy, visit: working/work at home options are available for this role.
As an Estimator responsible for accurately estimating and management of pavement milling, reclamation, recycling, roller compacted concrete, and soil stabilization work with an emphasis in the public and private sectors. Managing all aspects of Estimates including contract administration, subcontractor coordination, job cost tracking, collections, and project close out. Develop a strong customer base through customer relations and negotiating skills
Primary Responsibilities
- Research, identifies, executes of new jobs to bid, and identifying risks and opportunities specific to each potential new job.
- Solicits proposals from various subcontractors and assisting in managing them through all phases of the project.
- Creates and delivers project estimates that include labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor pricing.
- Reviews contract documents to ensure all inclusions, exclusions, pricing, and any special requirements are being met prior to execution.
- Procure and manage subcontractors and materials, completing quality take offs, and verifying supply quantities.
- Communicates effectively with all internal and external stakeholders, including, but not limited to fellow employees, operations, subcontractors, customers, and onsite personnel
- Invoicing customers for work completed in a pay period, managing margins on projects, approving subcontractor pay applications, submitting cost to completes on projects each month, and managing all change order work
- Follows project start-up and close-out procedures ensuring all regulatory requirements are met, documents are submitted, and the project meets all applicable standards
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a construction estimator
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and comfort interacting with a variety of internal and external customers.
- Strong computer skills including standard Microsoft Office applications, estimating software and scheduling software.
- Ability to motivate and foster relationships to enhance a cooperative team environment.
- Ability to develop professional relationships with customer representatives and officials from local agencies and private sector clients that will lead to long term partnerships.
- Ability to resolve conflicts and job-related disputes in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
- Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
- Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts
- Comfortable with numbers and technology
- Excellent knowledge of bid software
- Great attention to detail
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Valid CA Driver license and acceptable driving record
Education and/or Experience
- 5- 7 years’ experience in construction estimating with a minimum of 2 years of estimating experience with an emphasis on public/private sector paving, recycling, grading and/or earthwork
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction science or related field or equivalent work experience
- Able to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates
- Knowledge and efficiency in the following Software: Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Takeoff Software
- Strong understanding of commercial construction
- Must have good business written and oral communication skills and effective listening skills
- Must be fluent in English
- Strong customer service skills
- Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
Why Join
- ESOP Retirement Benefits are extended to all employees with participation after one year of service. A typical discretionary annual company contribution can range from 10% to 15% of your annual salary.
- 401K Retirement Benefits are extended to all Non-union employees.
- Health, Dental, and Vision as well as other supplemental health insurance.
- PTO
- Holiday Pay
- Opportunities for career advancement
- On the job training provided to all employees
- Work for an industry leader in various disciplines and markets
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
We are an equal opportunity employer and give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Compensation details: 85 Yearly Salary
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Senior Java/Kotlin engineer
Remote
6+ Month Contract: $70-$80 per hour
Our client is in search of a Senior Java Engineer for a 6+ month contract. You will lead the development and testing of our systems and services Participate in shaping the technical architecture of the product Help translate product requirements into user stories and technical solutions Deliver highly available and scalable services in a production environment Mentor other engineers, support the technical culture, and help grow the team Generate ideas for new initiatives and technologies Communicate with project leads, product managers and other software developers
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Systems Development: Lead and participate in the development and testing of our systems and services.
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Requirement Translation: Help translate product requirements into user stories and actionable technical solutions.
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Production Delivery: Deliver highly available and scalable services in a production environment.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicate effectively with project leads, product managers, and other software developers.
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Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
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Experience: 4+ years of programming experience, ideally using a modern stack.
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Backend Expertise: 2+ years of experience with Java or Kotlin.
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Core Stack Knowledge: Familiarity with our environment ( Java/Kotlin, Spring, PostgreSQL, React) running on Kubernetes within a service-oriented architecture (100+ services).
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Database Proficiency: A solid understanding of relational databases and ORMs.
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Architecture: Experience working on SOA or microservice-based applications.
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Quality Standards: View Unit and Integration tests as first-class citizens in the software development lifecycle.
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Collaborative Workflow: Experience refining designs, performing code reviews, and managing pull requests in a team environment.
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Ownership & Mindset: * A solid sense of responsibility and the ability to drive projects from inception to completion
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Full-Stack Experience: Additional expertise in any of the following areas:
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Systems: Kafka, Temporal, Docker, POSIX.
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Databases: Deep PostgreSQL knowledge.
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Front-End: JavaScript/TypeScript, React.
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Bonus Skills
Banking or finance experience Experience scaling highly available, mission critical systems Full-stack experience, either toward systems (kafka, temporal, docker), databases (DynamoDB), or front-end (javascript/typescript, react).
Welcome to ConsultNet, a premier national provider of technology talent and solutions. Our expertise spans across project services, contract-to-hire, direct search, and managed services onshore, nearshore, and hybrid. For over 25 years, we have connected thousands of consultants with meaningful roles through a personal, communication-driven approach, partnering with a diverse client base to build high-performing teams and create lasting impact. Our comprehensive service offerings cover a wide range of technology and engineering positions across key markets nationwide. Learn more at .
We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
3 Entry Level Manufacturing Engineers - base salary $70,000 - $75,000 per annum plus benefits
2 Mid Level Manufacturing Engineers - Base salary $80,000 - $84,000 per annum plus benefits.
1 Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Base Salary $86,000 - $90,000 per annum plus benefits.
The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:
What You Will Do:
- Create and maintain standard work to improve the accuracy, speed, and efficiency of production processes.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs to educate employees, teams, and stakeholders on Lean methodologies, tools, and principles.
- Review and refine operations to standardize workflows and ensure best practices are implemented for maximum efficiency.
- Plan, facilitate, and execute Value Stream Mapping (VSM) activities to identify current-state processes, bottlenecks, and areas of improvement across the value stream.
- Update, maintain, design, and communicate layouts of factory work cells based on Continuous Improvement (CI) principles, supporting the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) factory site plan.
- Collate data from various sources including ERP software.
What You Will Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar STEM discipline.
- In absence of a degree, must have 9 years of relevant experience.
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience including Lean principles.
- Experience with equipment and factory layouts.
- Problem-solving skills with ability to proactively identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical challenges.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
- Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Work Requirements:
This is a fulltime and 100% on-site role located in Riverside, CA
- You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
- Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Travel requirements:Due to the nature of the work, zero travel is required.
Position Title: Construction Estimating Assistant
Company Description
Pacific Hydrotech Corporation has been delivering high-quality construction solutions to municipal water districts and oil refining companies across California, Hawaii, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Alaska, and Washington since 1987. We specialize in constructing water tanks, reservoirs, booster pump stations, filter plants, and industrial projects such as oil storage terminals and civil construction. With a team of professional engineers and veteran construction managers, we employ a "partnering" approach to ensure safety, quality, and effective collaboration with clients, engineers, and inspectors. Our mission is to exceed client expectations by offering expert solutions and maintaining high standards of performance and safety.
Role Description
This is a full-time position located at main office in Murrieta, CA. The role involves assisting in preparing cost estimates and maintaining clear communication with team members and clients. The Construction Estimating Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the estimating team and ensuring the effective execution of tasks and project requirements. Performs clerical duties including writing, emailing, filing, and completion of simple forms. Operates office machines including copiers, scanners, phone and voicemail systems, personal computers, and other standard office equipment. Assist Estimators in bidding projects. Solicit bids from Vendors and subcontractors, attend pre-bid meetings, assist in preparation of bid documents including state or federal requirements that need to be attached with the bids, perform quantity take offs from plans. Need some travel on bid document delivery and meetings.
Qualifications
- Strong Communication and Customer Service skills to foster collaborative and professional interactions
- Organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with construction or engineering processes and terminology is a plus
- Proficiency in relevant software such as word, excel and power point.
- Minimum High School graduate. Possessing a degree is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance bonus program
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Medical/Dental insurance
- PTO’s
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The Borgen Project is an international organization that works at the political level to improve living conditions for people impacted by war, famine and poverty.
With 20 years of experience in the advocacy space, The Borgen Project has worked to support the passage of numerous bills that have benefitted close to 500 million people in developing countries.
Writer/Journalist Internship: The role is focused on content creation for BORGEN Magazine or The Borgen Project Blog . This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.
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Responsibilities will include:
Article writing.
Researching topics.
Assisting with The Borgen Project's advocacy efforts.
Assisting with fundraising. Create a personal fundraising campaign and meet targets.
Experience:
No prior experience is necessary, we're looking for people who are passionate about fighting poverty and righting wrongs, regardless of your GPAs/background.
Details:
This is an unpaid internship, although college credit is available.
Start Date:
New programs begin every month, you choose the month you wish to start.
Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.
Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.
What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.
Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.
Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
Position Summary
The Director of Procurement is a senior executive responsible for leading the company's global sourcing and procurement strategy across direct and indirect materials, components, and services critical to commercial vehicle manufacturing operations. This individual will oversee a high-performing procurement organization, drive cost competitiveness, ensure supply continuity, and cultivate strategic supplier relationships across international markets including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The Director will partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Quality to align procurement activities with the company's product roadmap and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement Leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive global procurement strategy aligned with the company's operational and commercial vehicle manufacturing goals.
- Lead make-vs-buy decisions and drive total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis across categories including powertrain components, chassis systems, electronics, raw materials, and aftermarket parts.
- Establish and enforce procurement policies, standards, and compliance frameworks across all international purchasing activities.
- Partner with executive leadership to integrate procurement priorities into annual operating plans and long-range strategic planning.
International Sourcing & Supplier Management
- Build and manage a diversified, resilient global supplier base spanning North America, Europe, Mexico, India, and Asia-Pacific regions.
- Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, performance evaluation, and development programs to ensure quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently met.
- Negotiate complex, high-value contracts and long-term agreements with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, including volume commitments, pricing mechanisms, and risk-sharing provisions.
- Monitor geopolitical, regulatory, and macroeconomic developments affecting international supply chains and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
- Manage supplier risk through dual-sourcing strategies, safety stock policies, and continuous supply chain mapping.
Cost Management & Value Creation
- Deliver year-over-year cost reductions through strategic negotiations, design-to-cost initiatives, and process improvements in collaboration with Engineering.
- Implement spend analytics and category management frameworks to identify and capture savings across a multi-hundred-million-dollar annual spend portfolio.
- Drive value engineering and early supplier involvement (ESI) initiatives to reduce material costs on new vehicle programs.
- Oversee procurement budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting in alignment with Finance.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement managers, category managers, and buyer analysts across domestic and international locations.
- Foster a high-performance culture centered on accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Define team structure, resource allocation, and succession planning to support organizational growth.
- Champion diversity and inclusion within the procurement function and among the supplier base.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as the primary procurement liaison to Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Legal functions.
- Collaborate with New Product Development (NPD) teams to ensure timely sourcing of components for vehicle launches, meeting cost, quality, and timing milestones.
- Partner with the Quality team to resolve supplier quality issues and drive corrective action programs.
- Support import/export compliance, customs, and trade regulation adherence for international transactions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum 12 years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within an automotive, commercial vehicle, heavy equipment, or related manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing international procurement operations across multiple geographies, including Europe, Asia (particularly China, India, or South Korea), and Mexico.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale contract negotiations and delivering measurable cost savings.
- Deep expertise in category management, strategic sourcing, supplier development, and supply chain risk management.
- Proficiency in procurement systems and ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent); experience with spend analytics and eSourcing tools.
- Strong knowledge of Incoterms, international trade regulations, customs requirements, and supplier compliance standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
