Operations Director with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description: ORBIS is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead a group of Program Managers, oversee a portfolio of ongoing and future programs, and to provide programmatic, engineering, and management support to assigned US Navy Programs. This position reports to the Senior Vice President, ORBIS Government Services. The Director will: Lead a team of multiple Program Managers with a portfolio of numerous contracts. This includes functions such as personnel management, staffing, internal and external reporting, financial management, and contract administration. Additional Program Managers and contracts will be added to this portfolio as the company grows. Provide support to the ORBIS Government Services business unit in the execution of management and operations responsibilities. Examples include leading or supporting special projects to implement process improvements, supporting integration of new organizational units, etc. Support the ORBIS Government Services business unit in the full spectrum of business development processes from the initial identification and capture of opportunities through to proposal submission. The ability to clearly articulate written company capabilities in response to customer needs is critical. In particular, the ability to assimilate multiple inputs into a clear, compelling, cohesive, and concise written response is of particular importance. Work within high performing teams. He/she must have excellent communication skills (both oral and written), and strong interpersonal skills, as this position interfaces with all functions within the organization and a broad group of outside constituencies. Sound business judgment and the highest level of integrity are required. Past experience that demonstrates the ability to contribute to fast-paced business leadership teams is a plus. Utilize knowledge, experience, and relationships to obtain some on-contract utilization (typically ad hoc client support based on experience) as a portion of responsibilities. Required Skills and/or Experience: The following are required: Minimum of 15 years of experience in the field of Navy aircraft, aircraft carrier, surface ship, or submarine program and technical management.
Minimum of 10 years of Supervisory experience required.
Experience and demonstrated ability in preparing written correspondence communicating complex programmatic or engineering matters to senior management.
Must be a US Citizen with a Secret clearance The following are preferred: • Experience working in or interfacing closely with Warfare Centers from the Navy's Systems Commands (NSWC, NUWC, NAWC, NIWC, etc.).
• Experience in overall planning, direction and execution of major ship/submarine acquisition and life-cycle sustainment programs, systems development efforts, and research or technology initiatives. • Knowledge of Program Management, including the acquisition process, budgeting process, and financial tracking (Earned Value Management (EVM) and other metrics), funding execution, and the contracting process.
• Experience in management of professional and/or engineering support services contracts.
• Experience in business development, including identification of opportunities, capture management, staffing, and proposal development.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent (DAWIA Level III) in the areas of Contract Management, Program Management, Engineering, or Business Management. Degree Requirements: BA or BS degree Must be a US Citizen All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.

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