NPS Field Laboratory Operations Lead

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Field Laboratory Operations Lead overseeing operations at NPS facilities for military research and experimentation. Ensuring safe, compliant, and effective use of controlled environments for training and education.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeMonterey • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $87,906 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day‑to‑day operations of NPS Field Laboratory facilities, grounds, and airfield to ensure safe, mission‑ready conditions
Coordinate maintenance, repairs, construction support, and contracted services
Support faculty, students, and partners conducting research, testing, and field experimentation by scheduling and coordinating facility, airspace, and range use
Lead, train, and supervise full‑time, part‑time, and subcontract personnel
Oversee readiness and maintenance of vehicles, generators, communications gear, and field equipment
Manage logistics including shipping, receiving, storage, procurement, and property accountability
Maintain required administrative documents, safety procedures, and compliance with DoD, Navy, NPS, and Camp Roberts policies
Coordinate operations and safety activities with Camp Roberts staff, external agencies, and partner organizations
Ensure security of facilities, equipment, and research environments and support emergency response procedures as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in a related field and 4 years of relevant experience; OR High school diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant experience
Experience in field laboratory operations, facility management, airfield or range operations
Ability to work independently while coordinating across military, civilian, academic, and interagency partners
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proficiency with computer systems, office software, basic networking, and technical documentation tools
Must have a current or active DoD secret security clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain base/facility access
Ability to meet all DoD and NPS security, safety, and operational requirements.

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 and post-secondary education scholarships

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Hard Skills & Tools

field laboratory operationsfacility managementairfield operationsrange operationslogistics managementmaintenance coordinationsafety procedurestechnical documentation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsindependent workcoordination

Certifications

DoD secret security clearance