Operations Research Manager

SAIC

. Serve as the interface with mission partners and stakeholders to understand warfighting gaps and needs and translate them into product vision and goals .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the Air Force context, focusing on R&D and rapid acquisition development. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders to translate operational needs into actionable product strategies.

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Project ManagementAir Force Research Development Test And EvaluationStakeholder EngagementTeam LeadershipData Integration

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningProject CoordinationProject ExecutionPrototype DevelopmentProduct Vision TranslationOperational ExperienceIntegration ExperienceTransition ManagementAgile MethodologyR&D Experience

Soft Skills

MentorshipCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

TS ClearanceSCI Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Warfighter RequirementsAcquisitionIntelligence CommunityDeployed EnvironmentsCross-Functional Teams

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the interface with mission partners and stakeholders to understand warfighting gaps and needs and translate them into product vision and goals
Work with joint and service component experts to deliver data integration for warfighter utilization
Work with a cross-functional team as prototypes are developed to ensure that the product meets warfighter requirements
Work in an agile environment and act as a liaison between stakeholders, customers, and developers/engineers
Plan, deconflict, and execute stakeholder engagements across 3–5 projects throughout all phases of execution
Provide mentorship and leadership to a diverse team
Assist in developing and implementing a team strategy based on customer requirements and direction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 14 years or more of USAF tactical, operational and staff experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience
Minimum 2 years of experience planning, directing, coordinating, and managing projects related to Air Force Research, Development, Test and Evaluation
TS clearance with SCI eligibility
Experience working in an AF acquisition or Intelligence Community project management position leading integrated teams consisting of engineers, analysts, and project management personnel
Three or more years’ experience in R&D or rapid acquisition development projects
Experience integrating projects
Experience providing successful project transition (from prototype to sustainment)
Experience in deployed environments