Sr Operations Manager

The Opportunity - Senior Operations Manager AURA Technologies is a government contractor scaling into the commercial market. The role is full‑time, hybrid, and requires the senior operations manager to oversee daily operations, HR, administrative functions, support contracts and proposals, and manage compliance and security initiatives. Location: Raleigh, North Carolina (commuting distance required). Candidate must be U.S. citizen per DoD contract requirements. What You Will Do Support day‑to‑day operations and bring strong project management to cross‑functional initiatives, deadlines, and deliverables across both the government and commercial business. Coordinate talent operations: track staffing requirements, support recruiting, and coordinate new‑hire onboarding and paperwork; administer general HR processes in consultation with Executive Operations and the EVP of Operations. Manage the contracts lifecycle, including review, administration, tracking, and close‑out for both government and commercial agreements, and support proposal development and coordination (compliance reviews, schedule management, costing inputs, and supporting documentation). Coordinate companywide training, engagement, and recognition—delivering operational and required compliance training, closing gaps, running the employee recognition program, and supporting company engagement. Coordinate asset tracking and tagging, space allocation, telecommunications, and physical‑space planning as the company expands. Project‑manage IT and security initiatives in coordination with our external MSP and IT partners, keeping work on scope, schedule, and deliverables. Serve as a backup to Executive Operations on procurement, accounts payable, NDAs, and export compliance, providing support as needed. Own AURA’s compliance and security program—including government security compliance (security education and training, insider threat responsibilities, and required reporting in accordance with the NISPOM and DCSA) and CMMC Level 2/3 readiness—with support from our external MSP. Help identify operational gaps and inefficiencies and support process and policy improvements as the company grows. Pitch in across functions as needed—everyone helps wherever the team needs support regardless of lane. Requirements Strong project management skills with proven ability to run cross‑functional initiatives and manage external vendors and partners. 5+ years of progressive operations or business‑management experience, ideally within a comparable organization. Experience across people operations and general HR—recruiting, onboarding, and supervising or developing staff. Demonstrated ability to maintain and improve operational processes and translate requirements into repeatable practice. Willingness and aptitude to learn new compliance, security, and regulatory domains quickly. Comfort coordinating with IT and MSP partners on technical projects. Experience supporting contracts, proposals, and core operational functions (travel & expense, asset tracking, accounts receivable, facilities/space planning). Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, managing multiple competing priorities without dropping the ball. Sound judgment under ambiguity—knows when to act independently and when to elevate. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; comfort with project‑management, HR, and T&E systems. U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance if needed. Highly Desirable Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Security+). Familiarity with both GovCon and commercial operating environments; experience in DoD space. Experience with travel & expense software (e.g., Concur), Smartsheet, and CRM tools. CMMC experience (preparation, assessment, or implementation). Hands‑on cybersecurity experience or familiarity with frameworks such as NIST 800‑171, DFARS, or NIST 800‑53. Experience administering a government security program, or completion of the DCSA FSO curriculum. Export control experience (ITAR/EAR). Active security clearance (Secret or above) is a plus but not required. Why This Role Variety and impact—work across operations, HR, contracts, and compliance, partner with external vendors, and help improve operations as the company scales. AURA’s portfolio spans cybersecurity, AI/ML, advanced engineering, and applied research for the Department of Defense and commercial markets; work directly enables mission across all of it. Growth stage—rapidly growing company with active government contracts, a robust R&D pipeline, and significant commercial potential. Support the operations and compliance work that powers the next phase. Research culture—surrounded by smart, driven people solving genuinely hard problems. Benefits Fortune 500‑level health‑care coverage Unlimited leave program after 60 days 10 paid holidays & paid winter break 401(k) safe harbor contributions? Employee discount program AURA Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a drug‑free workplace and all job offers are contingent on successful criminal background check and drug screen. As a U.S. federal contractor, AURA uses the Department of Homeland Security e‑Verify system to determine eligibility to legally work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr