Business Operations Coordinator with Security Clearance

Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges-and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do.

The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day-working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and people in partnership.

If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE - and make a difference with us. As a MITRE Operations Coordinator you will support the execution of day-to-day business operations and organizational activities. Working closely with leadership, operations staff, and support organizations, this role coordinates operational processes, maintains business records, supports projects, and helps ensure efficient execution of organizational priorities.

They will be customer-service focused, collaborative, and be able to problem solve and maintain professional composure while working under pressure of internal and external deadlines. They will possess highly effective communication skills, excellent judgment, and a tolerance for risk-taking. Success will require working as a trusted partner to staff at all levels of seniority.

Roles & Responsibilities
* Coordinate and execute recurring operational activities, including meetings, staffing actions, purchasing requests, and reporting requirements.

* Maintain operational documentation, trackers, schedules, SharePoint sites, and knowledge management resources.

* Support project staffing, allocation management, budget tracking, and resource coordination activities.

* Gather, organize, validate, and prepare operational data, reports, presentations, and dashboards.

* Coordinate with Human Resources, Finance, Security, and other support organizations to facilitate day-to-day operations.

* Assist with planning and execution of meetings, workshops, and organizational events.

* Monitor operational activities, identify routine process inefficiencies, and elevate improvement recommendations as appropriate.

* Provide responsive customer service and reliable follow-through for internal stakeholders.

* Identify and leverage artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools and workflows to improve operational efficiency, decision support, knowledge management, reporting, and organizational effectiveness. Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related experience; or Master's degree and 3 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Experience coordinating administrative, operational, project support, or business activities.

* Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

* Experience preparing reports, presentations, and operational documentation.

* Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, One Note, and One Drive.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills and a customer-service mindset.

* Ability to work independently on defined assignments while collaborating effectively across teams.

* Must have an active Top Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
* This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with Clarity, Salesforce, Workday, Smartsheet, Power BI, or similar business tools.

* Active TS/SCI clearance.

* Familiarity with government classified systems (e.g., JWCIS,…