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We are seeking an experienced and talented Chief Operations Officer to support the Capability Program Executive Integrated Fires (CPE IF) Directorate within Portfolio Acquisition Executive Fires (PAE Fires). This position will be based in Huntsville and is crucial to our team, ensuring the smooth running of our daily operations. You will work with the PAE Fires Executive Director, Integrated Fires Director, Program Management and Integration (PM&I) Director, Program Managers from the Guam Defense System Joint Program Office (GDS JPO), and Golden Dome for America (GDA) to ensure effective and efficient daily operations. You will also work closely with those responsible for the Integrated Fires Test Campaign (IFTC) and Transformation in Contact (TIC) initiatives. You will delegate tasks and set priorities, and the leaders in each department will implement your directions. You are a bridge between various departments in this role. You will ensure that they coordinate activities and are all working toward the IFD's ultimate goals.You will be responsible for daily operations, identifying areas for improvement, and offering recommendations to help the IFD Director, PM&I Director, and Program Managers with their strategies and plans. You will need to have strong leadership skills, excellent decision making, business savvy, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with professionals to facilitate efficient operations across the entire organization as well as with the PAE Fires staff. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to make an impact and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a dynamic, dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you.
DUTIES:
- Directly support the CPE IF Director, PM&I Director, GDS JPO and GDA Program Managers, and associated leads for IFTC and TIC efforts.
- Provide guidance and recommendations on establishing processes that permit efficient and streamlined operations of multiple GO/FO/SES and O-6-led product leads and offices.
- Supervises team of operations professionals.
- Collaborate with higher and lateral staff elements to ensure seamless execution of operational tasks.
- Lead and manage daily operations, including scheduling, logistics, and inventory control.
- Serve as the IFD or PM&I Director's direct representative as situations dictate.
- Analyze operational processes, identify issues, suggest solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and maintain operational reports for management review.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Provide operational support to various departments.
- Assist in the implementation of new operational strategies.
- Coordinate with team members to ensure operational goals are met.
- Use the Army Task Management Tool Enterprise Task Management Software Solution (ETMS2), Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook Calendar tool, PAE Fires Sharepoint portal tools, and other planning tools in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and guidance provided.
- Prepare briefing materials, support meetings, schedule conference rooms, schedule and support teleconferences and video teleconferences and other support tasks as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 20+ years of related experience.
- U.S. Army or other military service experience.
- Demonstrated performance using MS Teams, Sharepoint, Outlook, and the MS Office suite of programs.
- Demonstrated performance with Army's Task Management Tool.
- Strong leadership skills.
- The ability to work independently is necessary for this position.
- Experience working in an organizational Headquarters led by a minimum of a two-star general officer or SES (I.e., Division, DA Staff, ASA (ALT), PEO).
- Ability to balance urgency with sound decision making and careful execution.
- Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize important, competing tasks and information.
- Self-starter that needs little direction/guidance on what next steps are required with projects and demonstrate a strong attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to brief DoD senior leaders and influence decision-making.
- Flexible and positive attitude in the face of challenges and ambiguity.
- Ability to take initiative to better support the organization.
- Must have a current driver's license.
- Travel: 10%
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Active U.S. DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have a Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this clearance level during employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Master's Degree or higher, from an accredited university.
- U.S. Military Senior Service College Graduate.
PREFERRED / DESIRED SKILLS:
- Experience and familiarity with the Defense Acquisition System.
- Experience working in a S-3/G-3 Operations Department at/above the BDE level.
- U.S. DoD Top Secret / Special Compartmented Information (SCI) eligible.
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Interesting Work:
Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
Values:
Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
100% Employee Owned:
We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
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Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year -
Flexible schedules -
6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually -
Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December) -
Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account -
Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement -
Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance -
Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
Track Record of Success:
We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com
MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.
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