Operations Leader, DoD Programs & Process Improvement

The Leading Niche; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leading Niche is seeking an experienced Operations Manager (Manager, Operations IV) to provide leadership for NSWC PHD programs under the FPMS contract at Port Hueneme. The role emphasizes operational leadership, program management support, and process improvement across government departments and contractor personnel.

The ideal candidate will have DoD program experience, strong project management skills, and a proven ability to coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 8–10 years of progressive operations/program or project management experience.
• Experience coordinating across departments and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational management support for NSWC PHD programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate day-to-day operational activities to ensure efficient execution of requirements.
• Develop and implement operational plans, schedules, milestones, and performance metrics.
• Monitor program execution for alignment with timelines and priorities.
• Coordinate resources and activities across multidisciplinary teams and Government departments.
• Identify challenges and suggest corrective actions to improve performance.
• Support development of short- and long-term operational strategies.
• Assist lifecycle management of program requirements from planning to closeout.
• Maintain continuity and adjust to changing mission priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Power BI

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Operations Management / Project Management / Engineering Management

Tools

Power BI

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Project

Job description

The Leading Niche is seeking an experienced Operations Manager (Manager, Operations IV) to provide leadership for NSWC PHD programs under the FPMS contract at Port Hueneme. The role emphasizes operational leadership, program management support, and process improvement across government departments and contractor personnel.

The ideal candidate will have DoD program experience, strong project management skills, and a proven ability to coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders to