Operations Support Specialist

Alutiiq, LLC; Hawaii; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alutiiq Information Management, LLC, a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC, has an opportunity for an Operations Support Specialist in Oahu, Hawaii. The role supports additive manufacturing program liaison efforts at Camp H. M.

Smith and coordinates with multiple agencies to enable rapid repair and sustainment across Pacific theaters. The candidate will manage timelines, MOUs/MOAs, and communications between RESTORE engineering and joint agencies, while producing executive briefs and tracking program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Business Administration, International Relations, History, or related field requiring research and writing.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance (or Interim Secret with full background) and US citizenship.
• 0-2 years of experience; prior DoD command exposure preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with GenAI tools for data tasks.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% (OCONUS) and valid US passport.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multi-agency operations and support strategic planning initiatives.
• Manage program-level agreements and MOUs/MOAs between entities.
• Translate complex data into executive summaries and polished briefings.
• Coordinate site surveys and travel logistics across the Pacific region.
• Maintain project tracking databases and documentation for programs.

Skills

Communication

Written verbal visual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GenAI tools

Job description

Alutiiq and its subsidiaries firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities.

Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We’re looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of invention and enjoy working as a team to create exceptional results for our customers.

Category

Administrative Support

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$55,000 to $65,000 Annually

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Up to 25%

Security Clearance Required

Secret

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Alutiiq Information Managment, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC has an opportunity for an Operations Support Specialist in Oahui, Hawaii. This position will provide for Additive Manufacturing Program liaison support efforts at Camp H. M. Smith, Oahu, Hawaii. The role serves as the critical operational, logistical, and communicative bridge supporting The Forge onboard Schofield Barracks and the US INDOPACIFIC COMMAND (USINDOPACIP/PACOM) Advanced Manufacturing (AdvM) Expansion Initiative.

The successful candidate will coordinate multi-agency operations, support strategic planning initiatives, manage program-level agreements, and assist in technical communications to enable rapid repair and sustainment technologies across Pacific theater nodes.

• Serve as an administrative and operational interface between RESTORE engineering teams, command staff, and joint agency initiatives (such as the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment [IBAS] partnership, Kuʻi Hao, and The Forge).
• Coordinate high-level project management timelines, tracking deliverable status, action items, and milestone schedules.
• Develop, maintain, and update critical project tracking databases, spreadsheets, and information exchange logs for regional initiatives.
• Maintain and track Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs) between federal, state, and host-nation entities.
• Maintain configuration management processes for version control of technical manuals, publications, and drawings.

Technical Communications & Outreach (30%)

• Translate complex engineering concepts, advanced manufacturing metrics, and technical data into polished, command-ready PowerPoint briefings, white papers, infographics, and executive summaries.
• Synthesize extensive program reports (such as IDA, DoD, and Navy policy evaluations) into concise executive action reports.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for STEM outreach, technical demonstrations, and Military Affairs Council (MAC) briefings.

Mission Logistics & Site Survey Support (20%)

• Coordinate logistical timelines and travel planning for OCONUS site surveys and joint exercise support across regional Pacific nodes.
• Assist in routing and securing proper foreign travel clearances, theater access notifications, and compliance documents (such as STEP registration, SPOT LOAs, and APACS requirements).
• Coordinate meeting structures, minute-taking, and distribution of action logs for the Balikatan Initial Planning Conferences (IPC) and subsequent operations.

Quality Control and Program Administration (10%)

• Assist the Program Management Team in tracking expenditures, administrative resource allocation, and program schedules.
• Document project successes and prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly status reports for the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

Pay Range:$55,000 to $65,000 Annually

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Business Administration, International Relations, History, or a related field requiring heavy research, synthesis, and writing capabilities.
• Clearance: Active DoD Secret security clearance (or active Interim Secret with fully initiated background investigation). Must be a US Citizen.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience. Prior exposure to command-level environments (such as a US PACOM Student Volunteer Internship or similar DoD command experience) is highly preferred.
• Communication: Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills. Proven ability to translate technical material for non-technical leadership.
• Technical Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Direct experience or familiarity utilizing GenAI/Generative Agent tools for data categorization, synthesis, and analysis is highly desirable.
• Travel Readiness: Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% annually, including international travel (OCONUS) within the Pacific Area of Responsibility (AOR). Must hold a valid U.S. Passport.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Academic or professional focus on East Asian regional, societal, and governmental dynamics.
• Basic/semi-conversational language proficiency in a regional language (e.g., Japanese, Korean, Tagalog).
• Familiarity with DoD Operations Security (OPSEC) frameworks and information handling protocols (C/S/TS).

Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak’s direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, "Protected Status").

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company’s Career page.