Operations Integration Lead

Job Description

Job Description

TITLE: Operations Integration Lead

LOCATION: Point Mugu AFB, CA, US

CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Active DoD Secret Clearance

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, On-site

TRAVEL: Up to 30%

POSITION SUMMARY

Modern Government Solutions (MGS) is seeking an Operations Integration Lead to drive execution and synchronization for a high-visibility program supporting Blue Water Instrumentation efforts at Point Mugu Sea Range. In this role, you'll serve as the central integrator across operations, engineering, logistics, and leadership, ensuring priorities are aligned, communication is clear, and execution stays on track in a fast-paced environment.

This position is critical to maintaining alignment and mission success across the program. It is designed for a seasoned operator who can bring structure to complexity, establish battle rhythm, and maintain operational tempo. Ideal candidates include former SOF operators, senior enlisted leaders, or officers with experience driving operations and synchronization at the team, squadron, or task force level.

RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to):

• Establish and maintain program battle rhythm, leading daily/weekly synchronization, execution updates, and Battle Update Briefs to ensure alignment, visibility, and clear communication of priorities, status, and risk.
• Serve as the central integrator across operations, engineering, logistics, and personnel-translating leadership intent into actionable guidance and maintaining visibility across all lines of effort.
• Identify gaps in coordination or execution and implement corrective actions to keep operations on track.
• Drive accountability and operational tempo across the team, ensuring follow-through on tasking and commitments.
• Support the Program Manager in synchronizing efforts and maintaining overall program alignment.
• Embed MGS culture, standards, and expectations into daily operations, including onboarding and integration of personnel.
• Lead AARs and continuous improvement efforts to enhance performance and operational effectiveness.
• Advise leadership on execution, team dynamics, and overall mission effectiveness.
• Lead through influence across cross-functional teams, serving as a central hub for coordination and communication in both office and operational environments.
• Travel up to 30% as required to support program execution and coordination across locations.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Leadership, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in operational environments requiring high levels of coordination and execution.
• Prior experience in Special Operations, JSOC, Special Mission Units, or similar organizations (or equivalent high-performance operational environment).
• Demonstrated ability to lead synchronization efforts and manage operational tempo.
• Experience conducting or supporting battle rhythm processes, update briefs, or operational planning cycles.
• Strong leadership presence and ability to influence across teams without direct authority.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate independently in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting DoD test ranges, RDT&E programs, or similarly complex operational environments.
• Background in program integration, operations coordination, or mission planning across multiple lines of effort.
• Experience operating in joint, interagency, or cross-functional environments requiring high levels of synchronization.
• Proven ability to bring structure and discipline to dynamic or evolving programs.
• Experience embedding organizational culture, standards, and expectations within teams.
• Prior experience in government contracting or hybrid military-civilian environments.

*Applicants selected will be United States citizens and may be subject to a government security investigation for access to classified information.*

ABOUT US

At MGS, we believe a people-first culture corresponds to organizational success through a commitment to excellence, integrity, inclusion, and an attitude that welcomes challenges meets demands, sustains growth, and drives innovation. We provide expert mission-first technical and programmatic services and solutions for the US intelligence community, the US Department of Defense, and other governmental agencies. We create people-first organizational cultures where employees feel needed in the system, not a system that needs employees. We provide you with long-term career opportunities centrally focused on our core value system: inclusion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

MGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.