Operations Manager

B; Franconia (VA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Training programs

Job summary

Celestar, a B&A Company, is seeking an Operations Manager to support the Army Research and Technology Center in Northern Virginia. You will lead data exchange, QC, and program tracking to deliver mission-critical services to government clients.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance, a strong background in operations support, and excellent communication with senior officials. Join a collaborative team with opportunities to shape programs across agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree with 7 years total operations support experience.
• Five years of operations support experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication with senior military officials.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely data exchange with Government reporting systems.
• Develop and maintain a QC program ensuring services meet PWS and proper documentation.
• Update customer tracking database and provide metrics on program statuses.

Skills

Operations support

Communication skills

Data handling

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Operations Manager

At Celestar, a B&A Company, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers who combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only for us as an organization, but also for the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients and with each other as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

Celestar, a B&A Company, is looking for an Operations Manager in support of the Army Research and Technology Center. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a great team while supporting…

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely data exchange with Government reporting systems.
• Develop and maintain an effective quality control (QC) program to ensure services are performed IAW this PWS and ensure all work is properly transitioned and documented in the outgoing transition plan.
• Update the customer tracking database and provide metrics on the status of all supported programs (e.g., program milestones, S&T PP status, PPP status, type, and the number of surveys and/or assessments conducted).

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or associate degree and additional 2 years of experience in operations support for a total of seven (7) years
• Five (5) years of experience in operations support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Product Suite
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills to effectively interface with senior military officials, managers, and subordinates.

Security Clearance

• TS/SCI

Target Salary: $175,000- $200,000

More About Celestar, a B&A Company:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown into a company trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full-time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A-sponsored training and certifications, pet insurance, commuter transit benefits, and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check-ins, personal development, financial management, stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross-training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources, including counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A emphasizes charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a recipient of the Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for the Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites), and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in E-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.