Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer

Socket.dev; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in Chantilly, VA is seeking an Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer to oversee project management and the logistics of secure operations centers for a major space system.

The role requires coordinating with government and contractor sites to maximize readiness, reduce lifecycle costs, and minimize downtime, while leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of DoD or satellite program experience.
• Masters degree with 7+ years preferred.
• Experience in operations management and logistics for defense programs.
• Familiarity with secure satellite communications procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide SETA support for establishing an operations center for a major space system.
• Define and locate the operations center, establish the operations center, and provide integrated logistics support.
• Coordinate daily with internal and external stakeholders to ensure readiness.
• Serve as operations center leadership’s main point of contact to ensure stakeholders have what they need to execute the mission.
• Develop and maintain facilities plans, synchronizing renovations and alterations.
• Assist in stand-up and management of communications networks to maintain security of networks and links.
• Assist in providing seamless communication between military and intelligence agencies as needed.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Problem solving

DoD/IC acquisition familiarity

Communications security

Team collaboration

SETA/Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

DoD SAP experience

Cost/Schedule/Performance tools

Logistics management systems

Job description

Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available.

SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A), USAF/USSF civil engineer officers (AFSC 32E), or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel.

Job Description

This position is for an Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer in Chantilly, VA supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. The Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer combines project management (cost, schedule, performance) with the logistics of running physical operations facilities to ensure secure, compliant operations for a highly sensitive program. In addition, the candidate selected for the Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer role will be responsible for coordinating across various government and contractor sites.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) for the establishment of an operations center for a major space system.

• Lead the effort to define the capabilities and location for the operations center for the specific satellite system, establish the operations center, and provide the integrated logistics support to maintain the operations center. Primary goals are to maximize system readiness, lower total lifecycle costs, and decrease the risk of unexpected system downtime and maintenance delays.

• Ensure the operating sites can be efficiently used by Operators through daily coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

• Serve as operations center leadership’s primary point of contact to ensure these stakeholders are provided with what they need to execute the mission on a day-to-day basis.

• Develop and maintain facilities plans, synchronizing efforts for facilities renovations, repairs, or alterations.

• Assist in the stand-up and management of communications networks to maintain the integrity and security of classified/unclassified networks, satellite links, and operational software.

• Assist in providing a seamless communication stream between military and intelligence agencies, as needed.

Qualifications

• TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience

• Experience in operations management in support of DoD or satellite programs (preferably in a DoD SAP environment).

• Experience managing a project by executing a plan based on cost, schedule, and performance data.

• Experience providing programmatic support (evaluate vendor plans, schedules, risks, etc) for logistics efforts

• Familiarity with secure communication procedures for satellite operations centers.

• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.

• Experience with the Intelligence Community or the Department of Defense Satellite Program Office best practices.

• Experience facilitating and running large, program-level meetings.

• Ability to communicate with a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.

• Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.

• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision.

• TS/SCI Required.

• Previous SAP experience desired.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion.

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