Operations Manager – Site Manager 1

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Manage Virtual and Constructive operations in accordance with contract requirements .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeVirginia Beach • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $88,706 - $108,014 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Virtual and Constructive operations, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and overseeing personnel performance. Proficient in operational controls, quality assurance, and effective coordination with government representatives and contractors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Virtual And Constructive Training Operations ManagementOperational Workflow OversightCompliance Reporting And ReviewQuality Assurance KnowledgeTop Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Operational ControlsLogistics ManagementConfiguration ManagementPerformance EvaluationWork SchedulingDeficiency CorrectionCompliance ImplementationDocumentation ManagementSafety Standards KnowledgeGovernment Regulations Familiarity

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam CoordinationProfessional Conduct Adherence

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid State Driver’s LicenseTop Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Contract RequirementsMilitary Personnel SupervisionRange OperationsSimulation ActivitiesQuality Assurance ProgramsGovernment Meetings SupportCross-Functional Team CoordinationOperational Integration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Virtual and Constructive operations in accordance with contract requirements
Direct the work of contractor personnel directly or through supervisors
Establish and implement technical, administrative, and financial controls for contractor FST operations, maintenance, and support
Ensure quality across operations, maintenance, logistics support, security, transportation, training, safety, supply, quality assurance, configuration management, and documentation
Comply with contract requirements and correct deficiencies when necessary
Prepare or approve required compliance reports
Oversee work scheduling and workloads according to operational tasking and maintenance requirements
Schedule personnel to ensure adequate task coverage while minimizing overtime
Recommend improvements or expansions across operations and maintenance activities
Improve work methods and procedures to ensure economy of operation
Directly supervise and appraise direct reports
Ensure employees follow professional conduct standards and Government regulations
Evaluate assigned personnel performance
Coordinate temporary personnel reassignment to other sites
Represent the contractor on daily range operations matters when requested
Meet with Government representatives and support Government-sponsored meetings, briefings, and reviews
Coordinate with other contractors and Government agencies
Coordinate range scheduling with Government representatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Experience managing or supporting Virtual and Constructive (V&C) training operations, range operations, simulation activities, or comparable technical mission-support environments
Experience supervising contractor or military personnel, including assigning work, evaluating performance, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
Experience overseeing daily operational workflows, scheduling personnel, and managing work assignments to meet mission and maintenance requirements
Knowledge of operational and administrative controls related to maintenance, logistics, documentation, configuration management, and quality assurance
Ability to ensure compliance with contract requirements, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions
Experience preparing operational or compliance reports, conducting reviews, and supporting government meetings or briefings
Familiarity with DoD regulations, safety standards, security requirements, and professional conduct expectations for contractor personnel
Ability to coordinate with government representatives, contractors, and cross-functional support teams to ensure operational integration and effective range scheduling
Knowledge of Quality Assurance Programs and processes
Valid state Driver’s License
Currently hold and be able to maintain a Top Secret Clearance
May be required to visit job site in an industrial or shipboard environment
Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood education scholarships
Post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions
Educational and training programs for continual career growth