Operations Officer

Saab, Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Officer at Camp Pendleton to support the FoFTS-Next program. The Operations Officer leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of all Marine Corps Training Instrumentation System (MCTIS) exercise support on base, overseeing both steady‑state training delivery and deployed training activities utilizing MCTIS capabilities. The Operations Officer reports to the Saab Site Lead and serves as the primary point of contact for the planning, preparation and execution of all MCTIS events conducted by training units at the assigned installation. Responsibilities Develop a MCTIS Overview and Capabilities support brief as required. Instruct exercising units on the capabilities of Saab MCTIS equipment and coordinate with training units before and during deployment to ensure they have everything needed to utilize MCTIS and receive maximum training benefit. Lead MCTIS support teams throughout exercise support from company‑level support up to service‑level exercises; teams include system analysts, field service engineers and field service representatives. Directly support service‑level training exercises twice annually. Manage the Contract Regional Operations Warehouse (CROW) exercise support personnel and exercise budget for all training related to the site. Act as the USMC primary point of contact for planning, preparation and execution of support for all training (home‑station and non‑home‑station) using MCTIS resources and assets. Advise USMC staff and Exercise Force on how to best utilize the MCTIS system for proactive support of planning, execution and debriefing. Create the exercise coordinating instructions for all Saab support staff, including performance evaluation checklists, task organization, scheme of maneuver, sync matrix and master events list, setup/equipping/ training/receipt plans, manning and support plan, communications plan, transport plan, contact lists, base access, accommodation, feeding, medical and safety aspects of the exercise. Work with the MCTIS Lead System Analyst to build the after‑action review to Saab/USMC standard and deliver it on time. Produce a post‑exercise report for each training event, a monthly MCTIS training utilization report and provide input to mandated MCTIS reports. Collaborate with the Site Lead to develop briefings that detail personnel required to support exercises surged from other locations and identify personnel to surge as needed. Ensure all support delivery adheres to federal, state and local health and safety requirements; ensure personnel are properly trained for their roles; schedule and conduct continuation training and education for the CROW staff. Travel approximately 25 percent annually; domestic travel required and potential for international travel. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Active U.S. Department of Defense secret security clearance or higher. Former U.S. military service with extensive USMC experience. In‑depth understanding of USMC combined arms doctrine, tactics, techniques and procedures pertaining to SLTEs through co‑level training activities. Thorough understanding of exercise design and development for large‑scale exercises. Experience with scheduling, detailed planning and human and asset allocation. Experience briefing senior civilian and military officers. Desired: Battalion Operations Officer or Operations Chief experience. U.S. citizenship required; applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility for access to classified information. Compensation Compensation Range: $111,700 – $145,200. Benefits Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents. Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays. 401(k) with employer contributions. Tuition assistance and student loan assistance. Wellness and employee assistance resources. Employee stock purchase opportunities. Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. Drug‑free workplace policies; pre‑employment drug screening. Equal Employment Opportunity Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status or any other state or local protected category. #J-18808-Ljbffr