FMS COUNTRY PROGRAM MANAGER
Secretary of the Navy Offices (SECNAV)
Posted: January 13, 2026 (2 days ago)
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Secretary of the Navy Offices (SECNAV)
Department of the Navy
Location
Salary
$143,913 - $197,200
per year
Type
Full Time
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This role involves leading U.S.
Navy programs that sell or transfer military equipment and support to Saudi Arabia, working closely with government officials, foreign partners, and teams to manage deals and ensure smooth operations.
It's ideal for someone with experience in international defense cooperation who enjoys strategic planning, team leadership, and building relationships across borders.
The job focuses on directing complex projects while staying on top of policies and communications.
You will serve as a (FMS) Program Manager - Country Program Director for Saudi Arabi in the Navy International Programs Office of NIPO FMS FIELD OFFICE.
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NH-03 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Knowledge of STATE, OSD, Navy and Marine Corps Component Commanders, Combatant Commander and DON polices with regard to Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Leases, Grants, and other weapons transfer initiatives under the Security Assistance program; Ability to develop, coordinate, manage and deliver (verbally or in writing) DON positions to foreign officials, U.S.
officials and private industry; - Ability to effectively lead teams and collaborate with partner's program offices and country teams; Knowledge of the development, implementation, execution and closure of Letters of Offer and Acceptance; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series 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. Major Duties:
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