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Chief of Operations (Active Secret Clearance Required)

Akima

Vandenberg AFB, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$95,000–$105,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Air Force, Antenna, Channel Support, Communication Skills, Community Support, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Diversity, English Language, Federal Contracts, Government, Government Contracts, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Military, Network Administration/Management, Operational Audit, Operational Support, People Management, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Satellite Communications, Satellite Operations, Secret Clearance, Staff Training, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Training Program, Workplace Issues
LOCATION
Vandenberg AFB, CA
POSTED
Today
Five Rivers Analytics, an Akima company, is hiring a Chief of Operations to support the Satellite Control Network Operations, Remote Site and Mission Partner Support (STORMS) contract at Vandenberg SFB,CA. The Chief of Operations provides leadership for company personnel, briefings to customers, and ensures the site is staffed in accordance with approved manning directives and policies. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!


Responsibilities


+ Conducts all scheduled satellite pass supports, readiness, training, and exercises

+ Manages union personnel

+ Ensures all operations tasks are conducted in accordance with approved directives

+ Writes and reviews site operational instructions, ensuring compliance by employees

+ Coordinates all operational activities with customers including the prime contractor and government personnel

+ Interfaces with Akima Shared Services on employee issues; payroll, timekeeping, benefits, etc.

+ Collects and analyzes operational performance data; recommends process improvements

+ Ensures mission success is maintained/improved with current/future satellite pass requirements

+ Enforces standards and deploys company directed discipline practices when needed

+ Conducts and supervises employee technical training program in an on-the-job environment

+ Acts as liaison to government customer for all contract related matters

+ Performs other collateral duties as assigned or directed


Qualifications


+ Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least five (5) years Air Force Satellite Control Network (AFSCN) experience. In lieu of degree, four (4) years of additional related work experience will be considered

+ Must hold and maintain a current active Secret clearance

+ Experience managing in a CBA environment

+ Must possess strong communication skills and the ability to lead employees in a team environment

+ Experience interfacing with military personnel and government customers

+ Must be able to climb high ladders, work on elevated platforms and antennas

+ Must be able to perform strenuous physical work to include walking, lifting, pulling loads, bending, kneeling, sitting and reaching overhead

+ Must be able to read, write and clearly speak English

+ Position may require additional government certifications as necessary

+ Full time - Day shift, and as determined by Deputy Program Manager


Job ID


2026-23181

Work Type


On-Site

Pay Range


$95,000 - $105,000

Benefits


Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description


Work Where it Matters


Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.


At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.


For our shareholders , FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.


For our government customers , FRA provides full-spectrum capabilities including enterprise IT support services, satellite and communications IT operations and maintenance support, classified and unclassified base operations and administrative services, and more.


As an FRA employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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