Senior Transition Manager (TS/SCI Clearance Required)

The Senior Transition Manager provides high-impact Science and Technology (S&T) transition management, commercial market analysis, and strategic stakeholder coordination to the Warfighter Performance Department (Code 34) at the Office of Naval Research (ONR). The role focuses on leveraging commercial industry advancements, understanding private funding ecosystems (venture capital/private equity), and utilizing dual-use technologies to bridge critical Department of the Navy (DoN) transition gaps, accelerating the delivery of capabilities to the Fleet. 

The Technology Transition Support Contractor plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between ONR Code 34's research investments and formal acquisition pathways by capitalizing on both commercial industry innovation and traditional defense pipelines. Operating across unclassified (NIPRNET) and classified (SIPRNET) environments, this role goes beyond standard bureaucracy to actively analyze the commercial tech sector, private venture funding landscapes, and non-traditional defense contractors. By facilitating strategic dialogue across Navy, Marine Corps, and Joint Staff stakeholders (including OPNAV, SYSCOMs, PEOs, and DARPA), the contractor aligns external market-driven capabilities with naval operational requirements. Key responsibilities include managing transition portfolios (such as Future Naval Capabilities, SBIRs/STTRs, and Core Programs), drafting critical milestone agreements (Transition Deployment Agreements, "Path to the Fleet" roadmaps), and providing leadership with market-informed investment analysis. The contractor ultimately acts as a vital bridge, aligning private sector agility and commercial investment with DoN procurement programs to overcome the S&T "valley of death."

• Active Top Secret/SCI level clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI level clearance.
• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience. 

 Key Responsibilities: 

• Dual-Use Tech & Market Intelligence: Ability to monitor, analyze, and bin commercial industry research, venture-backed startups, and non-traditional S&T developments to identify candidates for Navy transition.
• Commercial to DoD Bridge Facilitation: Highly skilled in translating the business incentives of commercial vendors and private investors into actionable transition pathways that align with DoD acquisition policies.
• Multi-Echelon Stakeholder Liaison: Proficient in interfacing with high-level decision-makers across OPNAV, Joint Staff, Systems Commands (SYSCOMs), PEOs, and private sector executives to align technical capabilities with Fleet operational needs.
• Strategic Transition Documentation: Expert at drafting critical agreements and transition briefings, including Future Naval Capability Transition Deployment Agreements (TDAs), "Path to the Fleet" frameworks, and high-level data calls.
• Cross-Domain Record Management: Experienced in maintaining, tracking, and updating classified and unclassified project portfolios on NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and collaborative enterprise tools like the ONR Data and Analytics (D&A) Portal.

Desired Experience:

• Bridging the S&T "Valley of Death": Proven track record of successfully guiding early-stage, dual-use technologies (including SBIR/STTR and commercial prototypes) through the transition gap into formal Programs of Record.
• Engagement with Private Venture Ecosystems: Experience analyzing venture capital-backed technology trends, identifying private funding signals, and leveraging commercial R&D investments to supplement Navy-funded programs.
• Strategic Market-to-DoD Synthesis: Experience reviewing strategic guidance documents, commercial capability catalogs, and private sector S&T priorities to provide ONR Program Officers with actionable portfolio recommendations.
• External S&T Monitoring (DARPA & OUSD): Experience tracking external agencies (DARPA, OUSD(R&E)) and commercial tech leaders to identify opportunities for joint investment, co-funding, or rapid integration.
• Interactive Event Management: Experience leading high-level collaborative meetings, industry days, technology demonstrations, and operational fleet exercises that bring together commercial innovators and naval transition sponsors.

Location:

Onsite at the Office of Naval Research (ONR) located in Arlington, VA (some telework may be authorized)

Compensation: $100,000-$130,000 (annualized USD).  This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of ATSI's total compensation package. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience.  

Our Company: American Technology Solutions International Corp. (ATSI) is a valued Veterans Affairs (VA) certified service-disabled-veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB). We support multiple prime and subcontracts with the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence, and Federal Government clients. ATSI provides program management, financial management, and technical support services to DoD S&T programs, to include technology transition and technology transfer programs and initiatives.

Benefits: The ATSI benefits package includes:

Direct Deposits & Allotment

11 Paid Federal Holidays

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance

Virtual Doctor Visits (unlimited/$0 copays)

Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Company Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance Program

Flexible Spending Plans for healthcare, dependent care, & parking/transportation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Travel Assistance Program

Education Reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan with company match & profit sharing

Paid Parking

Grocery Delivery Service Fee Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

ATSI is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable law.