Strategic Operations Lead – Executive Support (DoD)

Sabre Systems; Maryland; On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabre Systems, LLC is seeking an Operations Lead to support the Digital Acquisition client at Patuxent River NAS. This role collaborates with the Digital Acquisition Director to establish a new department in PAE(A) and lead NAVAIR's model-based, digitally enabled acquisition transformation.

The position requires 10+ years in operations or program management, an active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain), and strong skills in Office, Power Platform, and data management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA/ Masters preferred.
• 10+ years' experience in operations, executive support, or program management.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Proficiency in data management and version/change control processes.
• Proficiency with Power Platform tools (Power Automate, Power BI).
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, professional environment with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and coordination of Department's Operations and Communications team.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations and internal/external communications for the Director and leadership.
• Maintain DACE Network of partners and manage guidance, status, and collaboration opportunities.
• Establish priorities, deconflict requirements, and synchronize activities across staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate senior-level meetings, engagements, workshops, and events from planning to execution.
• Support strategic priorities and translate leadership direction into actionable plans and milestones.
• Maintain visibility of leadership commitments and action items with timely follow-through.
• Establish and maintain operational trackers, dashboards, calendars, and reporting mechanisms.
• Oversee material procurement documentation and records; ensure organization and maintenance.
• Set standards for site organization, content management, and information architecture.
• Oversee video-production support activities and file handling.
• Serve as escalation point for complex operational issues.
• Manage digital and physical records, briefing materials, and institutional knowledge.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Power Platform

Power Automate

Power BI

Microsoft Office Suite

Data management

Version/change control processes

Multi-task management

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Communications, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI)

SharePoint Online

Job description

Sabre Systems, LLC is seeking an Operations Lead to support the Digital Acquisition client at Patuxent River NAS. This role collaborates with the Digital Acquisition Director to establish a new department in PAE(A) and lead NAVAIR's model-based, digitally enabled acquisition transformation.

The position requires 10+ years in operations or program management, an active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain), and strong skills in Office, Power Platform, and data management.