noda-ai - Mission Lead - CENTCOM AOR (GCC Based)
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field • 5+ years of program or technical delivery leadership in defense or mission-critical environments • Direct OCONUS deployment or in-theater leadership experience • Experience working with U.S. Military or government stakeholders • Technical fluency in complex systems (autonomy, robotics, or distributed systems) • Active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship • Valid U.S. passport (12+ months validity, multiple blank pages) and willingness to deploy OCONUS for extended rotations (30–90 days) • Ability to operate independently in austere environments with limited supervision and connectivity • Prior military service or defense industry experience working with forward-deployed U.S. forces • Direct experience in the CENTCOM AOR (Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE) or adjacent theaters • Familiarity with CENTCOM component commands (NAVCENT/5th Fleet, AFCENT/9th AF, ARCENT, MARCENT, SOCCENT) and their operating rhythms • Familiarity with SOFAs, the U.S.–UAE DCA, and installation-specific access requirements • Experience navigating ITAR/EAR, Foreign Disclosure, and export control practices • Familiarity with DoD installation access procedures, CAC sponsorship, LOAs, and country clearance (APACS) • Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) • Existing TS/SCI clearance • Regional language exposure (Arabic) a plus • Mission-first ownership: takes full accountability for in-theater outcomes from day one of deployment through operational handover, with no need for reach-back to stay on track. • Operational adaptability: maintains composure and sound judgment in austere, high-tempo, and rapidly changing environments far from headquarters. • Stakeholder fluency: communicates effectively with flag- and field-grade military officers, U.S. Embassy personnel, host-nation contacts, and internal engineering teams — shifting register as the audience demands. • Technical credibility: understands autonomous systems and integration requirements deeply enough to bridge operators and engineers without losing either audience. • Cultural awareness: represents NODA with the professionalism and situational sensitivity required for U.S. personnel operating in the Gulf region. • Program discipline: manages timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations across multiple concurrent engagements and time zones without losing operational clarity.
Responsibilities
• Lead deployments across NAVCENT, AFCENT, ARCENT, MARCENT, and SOCCENT environments • Coordinate execution across GCC installations and forward locations, including NSA Bahrain, Camp Arifjan, Al Udeid AB, Al Dhafra AB, and Jebel Ali Port • Interface with Security Cooperation Offices (SCOs), U.S. Embassies, and host-nation stakeholders • Manage logistics: visas, customs, export controls, and installation access • Own delivery timelines, customer success, and operational outcomes • Bridge field operations with U.S.-based engineering and product teams • Scope new engagements and translate AOR-specific constraints into realistic technical and schedule commitments • Capture operational feedback and drive product improvements
Benefits
• Our culture fosters collaboration, respect, and trust, empowering passionate people to do their best work. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth. In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative, collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation: • We offer premium medical, dental, and vision coverage with zero paycheck premiums for you and your family • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals + Company match • Equity grants for new hires • 11 Paid holidays • Extremely generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November, & December. • Generous Parental Leave • Military Leave for annual training or service requirements • Professional Development Opportunities • Access to One Medical • Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, are available to you as well. • Growth Path at NODA • Mission Lead → Regional Lead → International Program Director / Product / Business Development Leadership • Export Control Compliance • To conform to U.S. government export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. • Equal Opportunity Statement
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