Operations Lead

3 weeks ago


McLean, United States QinetiQ Full time

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ Inc. is seeking an Operations Lead to support systems operations, training, deployment, and maintenance management for fully integrated Aerostat Systems with primary RADAR and ELINT payloads across a robust command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C5ISR) platform. This position will be part of our National Global Security Solutions Business Unit and directly support the Product Director (PD) Aerostats Program Executive Officer (PEO) Intelligence Electronic Warfare and Sensors (IEWS) program. 

Responsibilities

Provide management of ISR systems operations, training, deployment, and maintenance management for various Aerostat systems Serve as the in-country theater manager in OCONUS locations coordinating with the customer contracting officer and other government agencies to ensure the security and operational readiness of employees and systems Communicate point of entry and security requirements with subcontractors and employees for international travel in accordance with their LOA's and Country Clearances Coordinate with Field Support Representatives, logistics personnel, and customer service representatives to both establish and maintain theater operations Maintain the AOR deployment requirements by obtaining SPOT, generate LOAs, Country Clearances, Training instructions, and point of entry requirements for international travel Provide strategic growth initiatives including budget, planning and contract compliance to aligned with company/program objectives Manage program cost, schedule, quality, performance, processes, and subcontract activities. Employ EVM, metrics, risk management and project management methodologies to ensure successful program execution Monitor project risks and scope creep to eliminate potential problems. Identify and implement improvement projects and solutions Build key performance indicators that improved the accuracy, transparency, and compliance of financial reporting and planning Provide direction to subcontractor companies to ensure PWS compliance

Required Qualifications

Minimum ten (10) years’ experience with project/program/country management Experience working OCONUS and partnering with NATO Experience in Foreign Military Sales (FMS)  Must be willing to travel both CONUS and OCONUS as needed for successful program/project execution, including the ability to pass a physical approving candidate for overseas travel/work Familiarity with Aerostat related systems and payloads, to include various types of tethers:Experience with DoD airborne and ground systemsExperience with national security C5ISR programs Experience in the operations, sustainment, diagnostics, and repair of complex electronic systems and avionics equipment Ability to communicate program/project status and company practices with senior executives and employees Ability to provide oversight for multiple simultaneous pursuits, to include personnel, budgets, materials and equipment management, and schedules Able to successfully engage and lead geographically dispersed and diverse teams Ability to work in a challenging fast paced, team environment, including outside normal work hours to include weekends, to meet tight deadlines for both internal company leadership and external clients

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

DOD Secret DHS BI Suitability

Preferred Qualifications

Systems Knowledge: MX15/MX20/25HDIR 12M/22M/74K/34M+ Aerostats UAS Avionics AGEON Certifications: PSS-T Medium Aerostat Operator Course (22M), BETSS-C Elevated Sensor Program, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (RQ-11) Raven Working knowledge of U.S. Government, international government, and international accrediting bodies standards and best practices

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