Mission Manager (Deploy Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation · Shalimar

If you are a seasoned professional looking for a rewarding opportunity to expand your level of responsibility using your US Military or US Department of Defense mission operations experience, join us! As a Senior Mission Operations Liaison, you will oversee the coordination and execution of high-priority mission deployments. Your role will include securing all necessary authorizations and clearances and providing expert logistical guidance for the efficient and effective use of US Government assets. You will collaborate with top-tier stakeholders and ensure that all mission operations are executed flawlessly and in compliance with stringent regulations.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the securing of authorizations and clearances for high-priority mission deployments.
Coordinate with top-tier Host nation representatives and US Military Groups.
Provide expert logistical support and strategic guidance on asset utilization.
Ensure stringent compliance with all deployment requirements and regulations.
Develop, implement, and refine advanced logistics strategies and processes.
Maintain high-level records and documentation of mission operations.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Mission Operations Liaisons.
Provide high-level briefings and reports to senior leadership.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Bachelor’s degree in related field of study.
6+ years of experience in a related field.
Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of related experience is required.
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Mastery of military and government operations.
Operational experience with U.S. Embassy agencies and U.S. Military Groups in the field of Counterdrug (CD), Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), or Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) surveillance, command and control, and communications operations, long-range surveillance sensors, and security assistance.
US Citizenship.
Possess strong customer relationship skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels of our organization, US and Other Government Agencies and Allied and Partner Nations.
Ability to coach/mentor/teach tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) across the entire customer domain.
Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.
Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/60 rotation.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Extensive and varied experience with Counterdrug, Crisis Negotiation Team, and Crisis Intervention Team systems.
Fluency in multiple languages relevant to Host nations.
Professional certifications in logistics or military operations at an advanced level.
Operational CD/CNT/CIT surveillance, command and control, and communications experience in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions:

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Proficiency with computer systems and software.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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