Defense Solution Leader

GE VernovaGE Vernova·Remote(Flexible / Remote)
Other
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

The remote job market for defense solution leaders is heating up, with demand for specialists growing 25% in the past year. As companies like GE Vernova invest in digital transformation, skills like Excel and strategic thinking are in high demand. With the global defense market expected to reach $2 trillion by 2025, this role offers a unique chance to drive innovation and growth. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the complexities of the defense acquisition ecosystem and the need for strong stakeholder management.

Job Description

About the Role

The Defense Solution Leader role at GE Vernova is a critical position that defines and leads the global strategy for defense-related solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of the defense market, including military installations and energy-intensive infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping innovative, mission-critical offerings that address the unique operational, security, and resilience needs of defense environments.

As a global integrator, the Defense Solution Leader will align technology, product, and regional teams to accelerate adoption across defense customers. This role will collaborate with Product and Technology teams to define, develop, and prototype secure and resilient solutions. The Defense Solution Leader will also engage early with defense customers to understand mission needs and validate solution relevance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the defense acquisition ecosystem and procurement pathways across multiple branches. Experience engaging with military installations, mission-critical defense environments, and power-intensive military systems is essential.

What You Will Do

  • Design and lead the end-to-end global strategy for Defense solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and defense requirements
  • Analyze defense market dynamics, operational constraints, and emerging threats to identify strategic opportunities
  • Collaborate with Product and Technology teams to define, develop, and prototype secure and resilient solutions
  • Ensure offerings meet stringent defense standards related to reliability, security, and operational continuity
  • Engage early with defense customers to understand mission needs and validate solution relevance
  • Influence and persuade strategic internal and external stakeholders to support new global value propositions
  • Champion innovative offerings tailored to military bases and energy-intensive defense infrastructure
  • Lead pilot initiatives in selected regions to test solutions in real-world defense environments
  • Prepare successful pilots for broader deployment by defining scalable models and operational frameworks
  • Transfer expertise, methodologies, and best practices to regional Centers of Excellence to enable sustained execution

What We Are Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, marketing, or a related discipline
  • 12+ years of experience in the Defense sector, preferably with strong experience supporting U.S. Army programs
  • Strong understanding of the Defense acquisition ecosystem and procurement pathways across multiple branches
  • Experience engaging with military installations, mission-critical defense environments, and power-intensive military systems
  • Technical grounding, ideally with an Electrical Engineering foundation
  • Proven ability to operate and influence within a global, matrixed enterprise environment
  • Ability to develop strategic relationships with senior Defense decision-makers and program stakeholders
  • Skills in Excel and strategic thinking

Nice to Have

  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree
  • Experience with defense program leadership, defense-industry solution development, or DoD sourcing/program office work
  • Knowledge of power systems, electrical infrastructure, and mission-power applications in Defense settings
  • Experience with pilot initiatives and scalable models

Benefits and Perks

  • Flexible/remote work arrangement
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
  • Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Generous PTO and holiday package

How to Stand Out

  • Use specific examples to demonstrate your experience in the defense sector and your ability to develop strategic relationships with senior decision-makers.
  • Highlight your technical grounding and understanding of power systems, electrical infrastructure, and mission-power applications in Defense settings.
  • Showcase your skills in Excel and strategic thinking, and explain how you have applied these skills in previous roles.
  • Be prepared to discuss your experience with pilot initiatives and scalable models, and how you have driven innovation and growth in previous roles.
  • Research GE Vernova and the defense industry to demonstrate your knowledge and interest in the field, and to show how you can contribute to the company's mission and goals.
  • Practice your stakeholder management skills, as this is a critical aspect of the Defense Solution Leader role.

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