Vas Podorean

About Vas Podorean

I’ve built a career at the intersection of maritime innovation, uncrewed systems, and strategic customer engagement. Currently serving as Business Development Manager for Emerging Markets, I lead international defense and commercial initiatives that expand the reach of our autonomous maritime technologies.Previously, as Head of Portfolio & Programs, I led a high-performing team of program managers and senior engineers to deliver complex, multi-domain solutions across domestic and international defense and commercial sectors. My earlier role as Senior Program Manager, leading the successful planning and execution of Liquid Robotics largest fleet scale program, resulting in follow on contracts, prepared me with unique insights on how customers can be successful deploying unmanned systems at scale. Prior to that, my role as Ocean Test Range Manager leading RDT & E efforts around our market leading SV3 platform, payloads and solutions, prepared me with invaluable hands-on experience in the development of novel solutions in concert with strategic partners. My foundation in marine & mechanical engineering, maritime operations and program management—shaped by my previous roles—has equipped me with a deep understanding of ocean systems, program and product strategy, and cross-functional leadership.I thrive in dynamic environments where innovation meets mission-critical execution, and I’m passionate about building partnerships that drive global impact in defense, security, and ocean technology. I envision a future where autonomous maritime systems play a central role in global security, environmental stewardship, and scientific discovery. By advancing cross-border partnerships and integrating cutting-edge technologies, I aim to help shape a more resilient, data-driven, and cooperative maritime domain—one that supports both national and partner nation interests as well as global security and progress.

Experience

1. Business Development Manager, Emerging Markets

   Liquid Robotics

   Feb 2025 — Present

Education

• California State University Maritime Academy

  Bachelor of Science - BS

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Proposal Writing
• Management
• Vendor Management
• Testing
• Change Management
• Integration
• Project Planning
• Project Management
• Construction
• Strategy
• Manufacturing
• Process Engineering
• Program Management
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Construction Management
• Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Product Management
• Engineering Management
• Product Development
• Operations Management