Field Operations Lead

ECS; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth ECS is seeking a Field Operations Lead to support AI and Cloud solutions for a DoD customer from the Fairfax, VA area, with hybrid onsite/remote arrangement. Ideal candidate has 6–10 years ISR experience and strong sensor knowledge across EO/IR/SAR/SIGINT, and will lead a Field Service Representative team with CONUS/OCONUS travel.

Qualifications include US citizenship, active Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred), and BS in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years’ experience or HS diploma with 8+ years’ ISR experience.
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• Willingness to travel 10–30% CONUS/OCONUS annually.
• Experience with EO, IR, SAR and SIGINT sensors and data.
• SOF ISR teamwork and Joint Operations Center exposure.
• Ability to brief DoW entities and USG customers clearly.
• Fluent English, with strong written and spoken communication.
• Proactive, autonomous, and capable of rapid, cross‑group coordination.
• Experience integrating data into USG environments and workflows.
• Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders and adapt plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Field Service Representatives across CONUS and OCONUS.
• Develop plans and pipelines for data collection, transmission, and AI support.
• Collaborate with USG Subject Matter Experts to identify data opportunities.
• Brief customer staff and build concise reports influencing satisfaction.
• Coordinate with DoW/USG and partners to implement data pipelines.

Skills

US Citizen

Bachelor's degree

Secret clearance

Travel readiness

Sensor experience

SOF ISR experience

Effective communicator

DoW/USG awareness

English fluency

initiative and collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science/Analytics, Computer Science, Business Management, or Library and Information Science

High School Diploma with 8+ years’ ISR experience

Tools

Videx

UVDS

MI Online

Job description

Job Description

Field Operations Lead to work in our Fairfax, VA office or Remote*

Note: This position is contingent upon additional funding.

Everforth ECS is seeking a Field Operations Lead to work a hybrid opportunity, based out of our Fairfax, VA office, supporting the development and integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cloud Solutions for a DoD customer. Ideal candidate will be a former full motion video/GEOINT analyst, ISR Tactical Controller, Collection Manager, or military analyst who has worked ISR operations with 6-10 years experience collecting, analyzing, targeting, reporting and producing intelligence products, working to support the US Government, Allies and Partner countries, military units, subcontracting companies and other government agencies in various CONUS and OCONUS locations. The position requires an in-depth understanding of multiple sensors that provide data modalities such as EO, IR, Radar (Synthetic and Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar), Satellite (Optical, Hyperspectral, Thermal) as well as operations, collections, and data dissemination associated with the stated modalities. The Field Operations Lead will manage a team of Field Service Representatives who will be working both CONUS and OCONUS. The candidate must have a knowledge of Department of War (DoW) units, across Combatant Commands (COCOMs) in order to ascertain data collection opportunities as required by the USG. The Field Operations Lead will work a hybrid schedule in Fairfax, VA, must be available at least two days a week onsite, and have the ability to execute 10-30% CONUS / OCONUS travel per year. The Field Operations Lead will work closely with tactical USG Subject Matter Experts to plan and identify collection opportunities to answer emerging data requirements for AI development supporting multiple USG entities. The Field Operations Lead will develop plans and pipelines to incorporate unit engagements, data collections, data transmission processes, ensure FSRs are maintaining relationships with collection partners, and task the FSR team to implement said plans and pipelines. Successful candidates will also work directly with customer staff as Program interface and change agents and provide feedback from users and partners to Everforth ECS engineers and the USG. In addition, the candidate must possess strong communication abilities to brief and build reports that directly influence customer satisfaction. Candidates must be able to use critical thinking to pinpoint key details and communicate with DoW entities and the USG customer effectively, assisting with data integration into one or more USG-owned environments. The candidate must be able to show strong initiative and have strong communication between working groups and team.

• Remote candidates will be considered if located near and able to access a SCIF where ISR operations are being conducted.

Salary Range: $135,000-175,000

Required Skills

• Must be a US Citizen
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science/Analytics, Computer Science, Business Management, or Library and Information Science with 4+ years’ experience OR High School Diploma with 8+ years’ experience working as an imagery analyst, ISR Tactical Controller, sensor operator and/or intelligence specialist supporting ISR operations
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
• Ability to travel: 10%-30% of travel will be required, CONUS and OCONUS
• Experience with a variety of sensors, including EO, IR, SAR, and SIGINT detection/identification
• Prior experience supporting Special Operations Force (SOF) teams and work in Joint Operations Centers conducting SOF ISR
• Provide expert mission analysis, analytic problem solving, and assessment into information operations integration with inter-agency and intelligence community; and provide key cultural considerations that affect operational and tactical planning
• Demonstrate knowledge of the DoW Intelligence Community & global ISR operations
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively and professionally with business, delivering impactful solutions and presenting work in a concise and thoughtful manner, while demonstrating technical expertise (fluency in English is required)
• During high-tempo operations, can relay and articulate information to varying stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones
• Autonomous self-starter with a passion for analytics, critical thinking and problem solving
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within and across teams
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas to and interact with customers, management, and peers with varying levels of technical expertise
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders in the customer space and managing competing priorities
• The ability to operate in a fluid, high operational tempo environment. Must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to change directions rapidly when required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting to large and small audiences
• Experience working with Videx, UVDS and/or MI Online
• Experience in collection methods, capabilities, and tasking process

Desired Skills

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Advanced degree and/or advanced certifications in System Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or other related STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math)
• Experience in SIGINT capabilities
• Experience leading and executing data projects in the DoW
• Experience with the ATO cycle, including experience working at an AOC/CAOC/JAOC
• Previous work with artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Experience working with or understanding of automatic/aided target recognition (ATR) systems and development
• Knowledge of the Joint Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (AISR) Sensor Data Transport Infrastructure
• Previous work with Unified Video Dissemination System (UVDS) for distribution of sensor data to global special operations forces and other Geographical Combatant Commands (GCCs)
• Understanding of sensor data distribution and how aircraft relay sensor data, via Commercial Ku, Commercial Ka, and/or Wideband Global Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Ka satellites to ground entry points/gateways outside the Line of Site (LoS) footprint

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS

is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

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