Operations Support Specialist

Evans is hiring a Operations Support Specialist to join one of their growing contracts. This role will provide onsite support for vendor demonstration operations as part of a significant and complex airspace modernization initiative. We are seeking someone who demonstrates proven success in managing logistical details and engaging with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.


Location Details: This role is onsite 5 days/week at the FAA Technical Center (WJHTC) in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for demonstration activities, translating leadership direction into execution and supporting continuity, responsiveness, and momentum onsite
• Provide direct administrative and logistical support to the Lead Demonstrations Coordinator, supporting planning, strategy, and stakeholder engagement
• Work with limited supervision as part of the program management team
• Facilitate connections across all initiative-related efforts onsite at WJHTC
• Execute demonstration plans and ensure activities run smoothly and on schedule
• Monitor onsite conditions, risks, and dependencies and escalate as needed
• Ensure clear and consistent communication across WHJTC staff, initiative technical teams, and vendors
• Provide coordination and operational support to the initiative evaluation team
• Assist with communications, meeting coordination, and summaries to maintain alignment and progress across demonstration efforts
• Capture and synthesize key discussions, decisions, and action items
• Support space planning, scheduling, and equipment logistics
• Coordinate vendors move-in/move-out and demonstration readiness
• Facilitate vendor and visitor access to the WJHTC, including badging and entry processes
• Ensure all access aligns with established FAA procedures and security protocols
• Provide day-to-day support to vendors and demonstration participants
• Resolve onsite logistics issues in coordination with facility staff and vendors
• Contribute to project reports

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts/ Science Degree with 5 years related experience, or an Associate of Arts/ Science Degree and 10 years of related experience, or 15 years of related experience.
• Experience in business/ financial operations, scheduling or implementation of strategic business initiatives that define/increase organizational effectiveness and efficiencies is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• In general, the ability to operate proactively - to anticipate where support is needed, to communicate with his or her manager about that need, and to follow-through
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong in formal, written, and verbal communications skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and follow-through.
• Experience in event or conference planning and logistics management.
• Ability to plan and manage logistics for in-person events.
• Ability to manage multiple activities, stakeholder groups, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong skills in the Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Experience supporting or working within federal government program offices, ideally in environments requiring coordination across multiple agencies or stakeholder groups is a plus.

The Evans Experience


Evans, Inc. is a growing firm doing consequential work. We partner with federal agencies - FAA, Navy, Air Force, and others - to implement technology, develop workforces, and drive lasting organizational change. The work is complex, the stakes are real, and the people we serve depend on us to get it right.


What you'll find here is an environment that rewards curiosity, pushes you to think past the obvious answer, and holds everyone accountable for results. We bring integrity to every engagement and the courage to say what needs to be said, even when it's not the easy path.


We're a tight-knit team of people who genuinely care about the work and each other. If you do your best thinking in an environment that values creativity, honesty, and service - and you want to do it alongside people who hold themselves to the same standard - you'll fit here.


We Take Care of Our Own (Benefits)


We believe one of the major benefits of working at Evans is our award-winning culture of ongoing learning and professional growth, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and wellness. But aside from our culture, we also offer a very comprehensive benefits package:


• Supporting Work-Life Integration


• Professional Development & Educational Assistance w/ Extensive Growth Resources


• Annual Discretionary Bonus, Spot Bonus, and Peer Recognition Programs


• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave


• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits


• Company-Paid Life Insurance


• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)


• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays


• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Evans' Contribution and 100% Vesting


Work Environment and Physical Demands


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


• Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with ADA. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to HR at evansconsulting.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.


Work Authorization


U.S. citizenship or a permanent residency card in the U.S. is required to be an eligible candidate for this opportunity. Employees may be required to hold a specific security clearance depending on the work assignment.


Identity Statement


As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.


Compensation


Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $65,000 to $80,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Evans's total compensation package for employees.