RAS Program Operations Lead

LMI Consulting, LLC; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 128,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI is seeking a Program Operations Specialist to help shape strategy and streamline operations for the Robotics and Autonomous Systems portfolio. You will work with RAS leadership, technical experts, product teams, and program managers to align missions with solutions spanning robotics, AI, data, and training offerings.

The role emphasizes developing standard operating procedures, operating rhythms, and cross-functional processes, ensuring efficiency and readiness across markets.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Minimum of eight years of professional experience in operations, program management, or executive support roles, including direct support to senior leadership.
• Experience developing SOPs, standardizing business processes, and cross-functional improvements.
• Experience in operational planning, staffing coordination, budgeting or expense tracking.
• Experience producing analytical deliverables for leadership decision-making.
• Strong liaison skills with leadership, teams, and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the RAS program management office with executive support and operational coordination.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, operating rhythms, and business processes across programs.
• Streamline operations across markets and implement cross-functional improvements.
• Coordinate standup activities and regulatory readiness for RAS initiatives.
• Manage Government relations, public affairs, and community engagement aligned with RAS.
• Produce analytical products and executive deliverables to inform leadership decisions.
• Synchronize facility operations, procurement, and growth initiatives across the portfolio.
• Plan staffing, forecast workload, schedule, and track milestones for multiple initiatives.
• Build trackers, dashboards, and knowledge tools to monitor performance and risks.
• Coordinate logistics, inventory, and property accountability for events and demonstrations.
• Support budget tracking and resource allocation with portfolio finance.

Skills

Operations management

Program management

Executive support

Policy research

SOP development

Cross-functional coordination

Technical writing

Data visualization

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Power BI

Job description

LMI is seeking a Program Operations Specialist to help shape strategy and streamline operations for the Robotics and Autonomous Systems portfolio. You will work with RAS leadership, technical experts, product teams, and program managers to align missions with solutions spanning robotics, AI, data, and training offerings.

The role emphasizes developing standard operating procedures, operating rhythms, and cross-functional processes, ensuring efficiency and readiness across markets.