Senior Technical Operations Lead — Mission-Critical Programs

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Technical Operations Officer in Chantilly to plan, execute, and manage mission-critical technical and operational support programs worldwide. You will coordinate with engineering teams, deploy field operations, and mentor diverse technical staff.

The role requires TS/SCI and a Poly, 10+ years in technical operations, and a Bachelor's in engineering/cyber/CS or equivalent experience. Expect international travel and a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly to be considered for this position.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Technical Operations, including foreign field operations and mission critical deployments.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, cyber, computer science, or a related technical field is preferred but experience can substitute for the degree.
• Expert knowledge of technical tradecraft, emerging technologies, and field operable technical systems such as low power, satellite, and broadband communications.
• Proven leadership experience as a mentor, branch chief, or technical lead managing multidisciplinary teams conducting technical and operational projects.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills for cross functional projects.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and apply innovative solutions in ambiguous, high-stakes environments.
• Experience briefing senior management and providing strategic recommendations to achieve mission outcomes.
• Ability to travel 10-25% of the time, CONUS and OCONUS

Responsibilities

• Plan, configure, and execute highly technical and sensitive operations in support of national security objectives.
• Interface between operational and engineering development teams to translate technical requirements and align with mission goals.
• Conduct field-based activities such as technical deployments, equipment setup, and operational troubleshooting in overseas and austere environments.
• Lead and mentor technical and operational teams, providing strategic direction and professional development.
• Leverage customer and partner technical assets to conduct unilateral and joint intelligence operations against high-value targets.
• Develop approaches to enhance technical capabilities including satellite communications and signal collection technologies.
• Deliver technical solutions and training for deploying personnel and stakeholders as mission needs evolve.
• Develop and maintain robust documentation and reporting on operational processes and mission outcomes.

Skills

Technical Operations

Field Operations

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, cyber, computer science, or related field

Tools

Satellite communications systems

Low power systems

Broadband communication technologies

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Technical Operations Officer in Chantilly to plan, execute, and manage mission-critical technical and operational support programs worldwide. You will coordinate with engineering teams, deploy field operations, and mentor diverse technical staff.

The role requires TS/SCI and a Poly, 10+ years in technical operations, and a Bachelor's in engineering/cyber/CS or equivalent experience. Expect international travel and a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.