Senior Operations Lead

Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 291,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing defense company as a Senior Operations Lead, where you'll drive operational efficiency and support strategic growth. This role is perfect for a seasoned leader with a strong background in program execution and financial management, particularly in the defense sector. You'll be at the forefront of optimizing internal processes, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and facilitating collaboration among teams. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in a mission-driven environment, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Education Benefits

Time Off Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with Intelligence Community (IC) and DoD customers is essential.
• Strong background in program execution and compliance in defense.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational planning and execution across cross-functional teams.
• Streamline processes and ensure compliance with government contracts.

Skills

Program Execution

Financial Management

Operational Efficiency

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Active Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, operations, finance, or a related field

Job description

Reston, VA | Laurel, MD | DMV | Tampa, FL

Job Description:

The Swift Group is seeking a Senior Operations Lead to drive operational efficiency, streamline processes, and support company growth. This role requires a strategic leader with deep experience in program execution, financial management, and scaling operations to meet the demands of a rapidly growing defense company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background working with Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) customers, ensuring alignment with mission-critical objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead operational planning and execution, ensuring efficiency across cross-functional teams.
• Streamline processes by integrating best practices and aligning operations across multiple organizations.
• Oversee program execution, tracking milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics.
• Maintain in-depth expertise in full lifecycle budgeting, both at the corporate and program level, ensuring financial discipline and long-term sustainability.
• Work closely with leadership to develop and implement operational strategies that support business growth and scalability.
• Drive company scaling efforts, optimizing internal operations to support expansion in the defense sector.
• Ensure compliance with government contracts, regulations, and policies, with a deep understanding of IC and DoD requirements.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal coordination, pricing strategies, and operational readiness for new contracts.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist leadership with internal and external reporting, providing insights on operational effectiveness.
• Facilitate collaboration between program managers, contracting teams, and technical staff to ensure smooth execution and alignment with mission objectives.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience working with Intelligence Community (IC) and DoD customers, understanding their unique operational and contractual requirements.
• Strong background in program execution, financials, and compliance within the defense industry.
• Proven ability to manage full lifecycle budgeting at both corporate and program levels.
• Experience scaling a company, including optimizing internal processes, resource planning, and operational efficiency.
• Ability to integrate and streamline processes across multiple teams or organizations.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Active Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or DAWIA III are a plus.
• Experience working within DoD acquisition, logistics, or program management.

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay Range: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00

Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.

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