Operations Manager

Operations Manager at Systems Planning & Analysis Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, SPA is known for continuous innovation for our government customers in the U.S. and abroad. Our talented team collaborates to produce results that matter, offering unique challenges and a clear commitment to mission. SPA is objective, responsive, and trusted. Responsibilities The candidate will provide technical management and leadership for front office operations of senior OUSD (R&E) leadership. Key responsibilities include continuous process improvement, workflow mapping, and resource allocation to ensure timely task completion. The candidate will develop and track assignment progress, implement organizational support systems, recommend knowledge management technologies, and create tools for task coordination. They will also conduct staffing analysis, implement process efficiencies, develop SOPs, analyze programs against objectives, develop performance metrics, lead project planning and management, create project artifacts, facilitate team meetings, support senior government clients with decision‑making frameworks, and may involve personnel management and strategy formulation. Qualifications Required 3+ years of experience in DoD office operations. Bachelor’s degree in a management or technical discipline. Proven experience in technical management and leadership, specifically in front office operations within government or military environments, with the ability to interface with personnel at various levels. Expertise in workflow management, process improvement, and organizational efficiency, including developing SOPs and implementing knowledge management technologies. Strong skills in project planning and management, including creating project artifacts, developing performance metrics, and allocating resources. Mastery of management tools, including MS Office suite. Active DoD TS/SCI clearance. Ability to work fully onsite based on client needs. Desired Experience in project management, operational management, strategy development and planning, and executive decision support. Advanced program management education or certificate. Ability to assess urgency and prioritize work assignments, determine optimal courses of action, and manage actions to timely execution. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Location Arlington, VA #J-18808-Ljbffr