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MANAGER

Naval Sea Systems Command

Indian Head, MDFull-time$144–197K/yrPosted today

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Compensation
$144–197K/yr
Location
Indian Head, MD
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking applicants for anticipated Deputy Department Head vacancies in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Deputy Department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head. The role advises the department head on the EOD mission, directs the EOD Technology Center’s functions, and guides strategic planning, technical programs, and mission infrastructure. Applications are not accepted through this public notice flyer; applicants must follow its How to Apply instructions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Strategic LeadershipTechnical GuidanceStrategic PartnershipsTechnical Program GuidanceStrategic Goal Translation

Qualifications

NT-05 Equivalent Experience

Full job description

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

  • You will serve as the Deputy Department Head in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Deputy Department (WD), Warfighter Defense and Systems Integration Department (W) of Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head.
  • You will act as the Warfighter Defense and Systems Integration Department Head’s principal advisor for the EOD mission, responsible for translating strategic goals into daily operations that deliver decisive advantages to the Joint EOD Force.
  • You will direct the EOD Technology Center's core functions, including foreign materiel exploitation; ordnance disassembly for development and publication of authoritative EOD procedures; and the integration of in-house and private sector innovation.
  • You will provide input and consultation on strategic plans and develop metrics and controls to properly allocate resources to manage and align operations.
  • You will apply broad, expert-level knowledge of scientific and engineering disciplines as they apply to the development and evaluation of EOD systems, information, tools, and counter-threat technologies.
  • You will guide complex technical programs from concept through fielding, and oversee specialized mission infrastructure to deliver decisive warfighting advantages.

Qualifications

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-05 (GS-13/14 equivalent) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector providing strategic leadership and technical guidance for an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) organization to develop strategic partnerships with senior stakeholders (e.g., TYCOM, OPNAV, or CCMDs), guide technical programs (e.g., Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation [RDT&E]) and translate strategic goals into daily operations for the advancement of EOD mission and delivering warfighting advantages to the Joint EOD Force. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

How You Will Be Evaluated

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies. Other Information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. You will serve as a MANAGER in the Warfighter Defense and Systems Integration Department (W), in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Deputy Department (WD) of Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division located in Indian Head, MD. This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The NT-06 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to the GS-14 through GS-15. This position may be eligible for Supervisory Pay Differential of up to four (4) percent. This position is in the Execpted Service Schedule Policy/Career. This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability to successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or final job offer being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be serving in a position in Schedule Policy/Career of the excepted service. You will obtain competitive status after two years of service in this position, if applicable. Your employment in this position will be at-will. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) appeals of adverse actions concerning performance, discipline, and other matters arising under Chapters 23, 43, and 75 of title 5, United States Code, will not be available to an individual serving in this position. Prohibitions on prohibited personnel practices will be enforced by the Department of War Office of General Counsel and not the Office of Special Counsel. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

How this job compares

Set against the 13,760 open Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$144–197K/yr
  • Maryland median$128–232K/yr153 salary ranges
  • US median$123–235K/yr11,118 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $171K, is 4% below the Maryland median midpoint ($177K) — in the middle half of Manager salary ranges in Maryland.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 171 open Manager jobs in Maryland and 13,760 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Manager postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 12,250 postings).
Education
9,763 of the 13,760 open Manager jobs (71%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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