Operations Lead

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth tools

Mobility support

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Military-friendly culture

Total Rewards

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks an Operations Lead in Las Cruces, NM to oversee mission execution, coordinate contractor efforts, and manage COMSEC activities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, team leadership, and independent problem-solving in a high-security environment. Candidates must have TS/SCI w/CI Poly, willingness for 12-hour shifts on a 4-on/4-off schedule, and a track record of working with diverse teams to deliver critical mission outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with internal teams and customers.
• Proven ability to schedule and coordinate complex operations.
• Proactive troubleshooter capable of independent work.

Responsibilities

• Oversees execution of mission and directs contractor efforts, including OEM teams and COMSEC activities.
• Monitors and reports overall operations integrity and success.
• Coordinates scheduling with mission partners and directs tests.
• Drafts executive correspondence and briefs senior leaders as needed.
• Manages operations outside normal hours and coordinates access control as required.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Scheduling

Troubleshooting

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Intelligence Operations and Analysis Job Qualifications: Skills: Communication, Customer Service, Scheduling, Troubleshooting, Working Independently Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Contribute to the strategic direction of the business and support impactful mission outcomes as an Operations Lead at GDIT.

We work with the DOW to keep our nation and our allies always one step ahead. Combining proven strategies and technology innovations, we streamline, connect, and secure even the most complex and critical teams. Currently, we are seeking an Operations Lead in Las Cruces, NM.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the execution of mission and directs operational contractor efforts, to include managing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) teams in current operations support and COMSEC activities on the operations floor and troubleshooting operational support issues.
• Monitors and reports overall operations integrity and success.
• Coordinates schedule with mission partners.
• Coordinate and direct software and/or equipment test activities.
• Reports to Site Lead or Site Operations Lead any security, staffing, or resource problems.
• Coordinates issues with outside mission nodes.
• Makes formal proposals for systems and site improvements to Site Lead and Site Operations Lead.
• Addresses operational issues with mission partners.
• May draft executive correspondence, provide senior level briefings and be proactive in developing solutions.
• Operations/facilities/floor manager outside of normal duty hours.
• May monitor work area entry/badging control outside of normal duty hours.
• Shipment control outside of normal duty hours.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Bachelors or equivalent + 5 years related experience. Highly desired experience in Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) mission operations and support. Must be willing to work 12 hour shifts, weekdays and weekends; schedule is based on 4-days on and 4-days off. Candidates should have good communication skills. Most of the work involves all forms of communication - email, written, chat, and telephone. Must be able to work well with others - we are looking for team players. And must also be able to work independently under limited supervision, at times. Must be able to collaborate with others and coordinate a variety of activities.

Security Clearance: Must have TS/SCI w/CI Poly; candidate must be indoctrinated prior to reporting to the site for work.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Benefits

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
• Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
• We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA NM Las Cruces Additional Work Locations:

The likely salary range for this position is $76,500 - $103,500.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Opportunity Owned From working with technologies like AI, cyber and cloud to careers in intelligence and health, we offer endless opportunities to apply your expertise to create a safer, smarter world.