Program Manager

THOR Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager with a robust background in weapons systems, combat systems, cyber operations, and chaos engineering. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise to support Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren Integrated Warfare Systems Lab (IWSL), driving initiatives that enhance system resilience and reliability through innovative engineering practices.

Typical Responsibilities

• Develop a Comprehensive Chaos Engineering Framework: Design and implement a robust chaos engineering framework aimed at improving the resilience and reliability of Navy systems. Establish best practices for chaos experiments and ensure their integration into the development lifecycle.
• Drive AI/ML Adoption: Lead the operational integration of AI/ML-driven analytical tools within existing systems, including the initial testing and validation phases. Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to ensure effective tool implementation and optimization.
• Drive AI/ML Adoption: Lead the operational integration of AI/ML-driven analytical tools within existing systems, including the initial testing and validation phases. Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to ensure effective tool implementation and optimization.
• Testing Scenario Creation: Create and execute comprehensive testing scenarios to evaluate system performance and reliability under a variety of conditions. Ensure that testing processes align with industry standards and best practices for reliability engineering.
• Technical Reporting: Complete and submit technical reports in accordance with the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), ensuring timely and accurate documentation of findings and progress. Provide clear and actionable insights based on test results to inform stakeholders and drive decision-making.
• Hands-On Chaos Engineering Application: Apply hands-on knowledge of chaos engineering principles by designing and executing chaos experiments in production-like environments. Analyze the outcomes of chaos experiments to identify system weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with program objectives. Mentor junior engineers and team members in chaos engineering principles, reliability engineering, and best practices in software development.
  
  

Location: Hybrid. Anticipated to require 2-3 days/week onsite at the THOR office in Virginia Beach, VA while the remainder may be flex/telework.

Travel: Periodic Travel to Riverdale, MD for project reviews.

Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion.

Security Clearance Eligibility Required: This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate must either already possess an active or interim Secret security clearance (highly preferred); OR be eligible for a Secret security clearance prior to start.

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• At least seven (7) years of recent, relevant experience in software engineering, including at least five (5) years focused on reliability engineering or site reliability engineering (SRE).
• Hands-on experience with chaos engineering principles and practices, including the design and execution of chaos experiments in production-like environments.
• Demonstrated ability to complete and submit technical reports, adhering to Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) guidelines.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in mentoring and guiding junior team members.
• Familiarity with frameworks and tools related to chaos engineering.
• Experience with leading and managing complex programs, particularly in a military or defense setting.
• Excellent collaboration and leadership skills to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience in cyber operations, including threat assessment and mitigation strategies relevant to military systems.
• Knowledge of security protocols and best practices in software development and system integration.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and AI/ML solutions in the context of system reliability.
• Knowledge of application, data, infrastructure, and integration architecture principles.
• Experience working with government agencies, particularly within the Department of Defense.
• Proficient with common productivity software.
• Strong communications skills.
  
  

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options)
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources and ID Theft benefits
• Employee Assistant and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
  
  

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

THOR is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. THOR does not discriminate against a qualified applicant because of their status as a protected veteran, or their relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members.

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