Mr. Jimmy D. Smith assumed the responsibilities of the Director for Small Business Program in June of 2019. He serves as the chief advisor to the Secretary on all small business matters. Mr. Smith has been charged with overseeing small business acquisition policy; strengthening government and private sector partnerships; and fostering opportunities to leverage small businesses as strategic advantage for the benefit of our warfighters.
Mr. Smith has held several distinguished positions including Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Expeditionary Programs & Logistics Management in 2017. The Director for Integrated Nuclear Weapons Safety and Security within the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs in 2013. As well as the Director for the Above Water Sensors Directorate within the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems in 2010. In 2005, he served as the Director for Submarines and Strategic Systems Programs, in a dual capacity, on the Secretary of the Navy’s staff.