Site Operations Manager

Leidos

Site Operations Manager overseeing ISR program operations while managing deployed teams and site operations in OCONUS locations. Responsible for operational compliance and strategic execution of flight operations.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $82,550 - $149,225 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage on‑site operations including flight operations, collections, processing, administration, logistics, aircraft maintenance, personnel welfare, facilities, communications, and host‑nation subcontractors
Coordinate daily operational planning, scope, design, and execution
Maintain oversight of deployed staff, equipment, and operational readiness
Conduct site audits for compliance with Government metrics
Partner with Lead Pilots to support Flight Operations Management
Monitor and track flight status and mission execution
Develop site stand‑up, shutdown, and mobilization plans, including accurate lead‑time estimates for customer and PMO briefings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience
US Citizen; currently possessing an Active Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI upon hire
Minimum 3 years of management experience with an operations focus
Experience leading or managing deployed/OCONUS teams
Ability to obtain a passport and deploy internationally
Willingness to deploy OCONUS—including to Hazard/Hardship locations—for 90+ days at a time
Ability to meet all DoD and program‑specific medical and training requirements for deployment
Knowledge of ISR airborne and geospatial collection systems
Strong understanding of military operations, terminology, and joint/interagency planning processes (e.g., JMDP)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive salaries
company matching 401K Retirement Plan
comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
tuition reimbursement
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Hard Skills & Tools

operations managementsite auditsflight operations managementoperational planninglogisticsaircraft maintenancegeospatial collection systemsmilitary operationsjoint planning processescompliance metrics

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationteam managementorganizational skillsproblem-solvinginterpersonal skillsadaptabilityplanningoversightcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeActive Secret clearanceTS/SCI clearance eligibility