Senior Operations Manager Government Programs and Finance

Coastal Management Solutions; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Coastal Management Solutions, Inc. (CMS) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager IV to lead strategic planning, financial management, and program execution for Navy-related operations at NSWC Port Hueneme.

The role focuses on budgeting, performance metrics, and resource optimization across major programs. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of operations management experience in government settings, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with government stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 10+ years in operations management or government programs.
• Proven experience with budgeting, cost analysis, and resource allocation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional coordination.
• Knowledge of government contracting environments and compliance.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning and oversight for major programs and operations.
• Develop financial tools, reports, and KPIs to support decisions.
• Analyze budgets and variances; identify risks and opportunities.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and recommend efficiency improvements.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and program execution.
• Monitor performance to ensure alignment with budgets and contracts.
• Create policies and procedures ensuring financial accountability.
• Present analyses and recommendations to government stakeholders.
• Collaborate with program leadership to address operational challenges.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting & cost analysis

Performance metrics

Government contracting

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Financial management tools

Job description

Coastal Management Solutions, Inc. (CMS) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager IV to lead strategic planning, financial management, and program execution for Navy-related operations at NSWC Port Hueneme.

The role focuses on budgeting, performance metrics, and resource optimization across major programs. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of operations management experience in government settings, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with government stakeholders and