Operations Manager (Mgr Project Management 1) 28206

About the role

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an Operations Manager to support underwater systems, logistics coordination, maintenance activities, and operational readiness for US Naval operations on Oahu, HI. The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing complex, multi-disciplinary technical operations and ensuring smooth coordination across teams supporting Navy surface fleet and/or undersea warfare missions.

Work Location

Oahu, HI – Naval Station Pearl Harbor

What This Role Offers

• A senior leadership role supporting Navy surface fleet and/or undersea warfare mission operations
• Oversight of multi-disciplinary teams performing technical, engineering, integrated systems maintenance, waterfront operations, fleet test & evaluation, operations analysis, and logistics support
• Direct involvement in operational planning and day-to-day mission coordination
• Opportunities to improve processes, strengthen communication, and enhance operational efficiency
• A chance to meaningfully contribute to the success of Navy INDOPACOM support activities

What You Will Do

• Lead daily program operations and coordinate work across multiple technical support areas
• Serve as the primary interface with government stakeholders for planning, communication, and performance oversight
• Manage personnel assignments, workload balance, and ongoing workforce coordination
• Ensure technical teams meet performance expectations, quality standards, and operational timelines
• Identify process improvements and support initiatives that enhance mission readiness and program effectiveness
• Manage subcontractor teams providing dedicated support to several contract statement of work (SOW) task areas
• Prepare monthly in progress reports to include contract performance, risk analysis, and financial projections
• Oversee the monthly development of Government Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) data deliverables delivered to the Navy customer

What We're Looking For

• 4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience.
• Demonstrated success managing complex projects with diverse technical requirements
• Experience leading teams across multiple or geographically dispersed work locations (desired)
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Experience managing programs with 50 or more personnel
• Ability to collaborate effectively with government customers, technical staff, and operational teams
• Active DoD SECRET clearance

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or managerial field
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in technical project or program management
• Experience supporting Navy, NUWC, NAVSEA, or maritime technical operations
• Background overseeing engineering, logistics, surface fleet, or underwater systems support teams
• Familiarity with Navy operational environments or defense technical support programs