Operations Research Manager
Employer not yet confirmed · Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States · remote
SAIC is seeking an Operations Research Manager to act as a Warfighter Integration Manager for the company. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of USAF Command & Control (C2) processes, tools, and technologies, along with hands-on experience in planning and implementing operational strategies that align with mission objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the interface with mission partners and stakeholders to understand warfighting gaps and needs and translate into product vision and goals.
- Experience working with joint and service component experts to deliver data integration for warfighter utilization.
- Work with a cross-functional team as prototypes are developed, to ensure that the product meets warfighter requirements.
- Work in an agile environment, and act as a liaison between stakeholders, customers, and developers/engineers.
- Plan, deconflict, and execute stakeholder engagements across 3-5 projects throughout all phases of execution.
- Provide mentorship and leadership to a diverse team.
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Assist in the development and implementation of a team strategy based on customer requirements and direction.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree and 14 years or more of USAF tactical, operational and staff experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience planning, directing, coordinating, and managing projects related to Air Force Research, Development, Test and Evaluation.
- TS clearance with SCI eligibility
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in an AF acquisition or Intelligence Community project management position leading integrated teams consisting of engineers, analysts, and project management personnel.
- Three or more years’ experience in R&D or rapid acquisition development projects.
- Experience integrating projects.
- Experience providing successful project transition (from prototype to sustainment).
- Experience in deployed environments