Operations Manager- 28543

HII's Mission Technologies division • Fort Belvoir, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Mission Technologies is searching for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team in Fort Belvoir, VA. HII’s Mission Technologies division is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that advance national security and defense objectives. This role is part of a current proposal scheduled to start in 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree. Additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree allowed
• 5+ years integrated master schedule (IMS) experience with at least 2+ years leading scheduling personnel
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project (Server or Online)
• Demonstrated experience on programs with responsibility for development and execution of the IMS, including setup, baseline management and update/maintenance, schedule analysis, critical path analysis, task dependencies, and CDRL deliveries
• Experience with schedule health metrics (e.g., DCMA 14-point check) and Schedule Metric Analysis – such as BEI, CPLI, SPI, etc.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for SCI
• Ability to work on-site as required at Ft. Belvoir, VA during normal business hours.

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Project (Server or Online) certification(s)
• Advanced certification in a related IT or cybersecurity field, such as Security+, SecurityX/CASP+, CISSP, CCNA, etc.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing operating and maintenance for complex IT solutions across globally distributed Enterprise systems.
• Demonstrated experience leading and directing cross-team coordination efforts, order of operations, deployment activities, and personnel during planned and unplanned activities.
• Developing, documenting, and implementing processes, detailed plans, and multidisciplinary panels for configuration and change control during network projects.
• Leading design reviews, configuration audits, and evaluations of products to ensure proper identification, control and status accounting of a baseline for all IT systems.
• Demonstrated experience monitoring and assessing networking system and solutions proactively for performance degradation and tuning and optimization opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and/or high-risk projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, integration, and management of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with program objectives.
• Oversee scheduling personnel, providing guidance, mentorship, and quality assurance across all scheduling activities.
• Establish, maintain, and manage schedule baselines, ensuring timely updates, risk identification, and schedule integrity throughout the program lifecycle.
• Conduct detailed schedule analyses, including critical path evaluation, task dependency mapping, and variance assessments to support program decision-making.
• Perform schedule health assessments using industry-standard metrics such as DCMA 14‑point checks, BEI, CPLI, and SPI, and prepare associated reports.
• Support development and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure schedule alignment, integration of technical milestones, and synchronization of program activities.
• Lead and support operational planning for IT systems across globally distributed enterprise environments, ensuring continuity of operations and effective system performance.
• Develop, document, and implement detailed operational processes, configuration management procedures, and change control mechanisms for network and IT systems.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams during planned and unplanned operational activities, ensuring clear communication, task prioritization, and safe execution.
• Participate in design reviews, configuration audits, and technical evaluations to validate system baselines and ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Monitor enterprise IT and network systems for performance, identifying tuning, optimization, and risk mitigation opportunities.
• Manage complex and high‑risk projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with program standards and customer expectations.
• Serve as an on-site leader at Fort Belvoir, VA, supporting customer engagement, daily operations, program reviews, and issue resolution.

Benefits

• The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which may include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager