Operational Manager

Position: Operational Manager 3
## Operational Manager 3

Apply locations:
Mac Dill AFB, FLtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R954
** Torch Technologies
** Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country.

Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!
** Torch Technologies is seeking an Operational Manager
** to join our team and support U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) in executing Joint Capability Operational Demonstrations (JCTD) and related capability development efforts. This role requires close collaboration with government stakeholders on-site at Mac Dill AFB, supporting operational planning, assessment, and technology transition activities.
** As an Operational Manager, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
*** Provide day-to-day operational management of assigned Defense Innovation Accelerator (DIA) and Service/Agency capability development projects
* Collaborate closely with Technical Managers, Transition Managers, and USCENTCOM Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across multiple directorates
* Serve as chairperson of the Operations Integrated Product Team (IPT), including management of cost work breakdown structures
* Develop and support program documentation, including Implementation Directives, Management Plans, and monthly reporting to USCENTCOM J8 (CCJ8-RTT)
* Develop and validate CONOPS, CONEMPS, TTPs, and Training Support Packages (TSPs)
* Prepare white papers, position papers, and executive-level briefings for senior leaders and General Officers
* Coordinate development of technology assessment strategies and support selection of independent assessment teams
* Oversee execution of operational assessments and independent evaluation activities during test events
* Provide test planning support, including requirement decomposition, assessment metrics, data collection plans, and execution documentation
* Support development of USCENTCOM capability proposals to OSD and the Services
* Apply analytical expertise to resolve complex operational issues and support test execution, including potential deployment
* Support final report development and program closeout activities
** Qualifications
* ** U.S. Citizenship
* Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of military or relevant operational experience
* Minimum of 3 years of experience working at a Combatant Command, Service Headquarters, or Joint Staff level
* Active TS/SCI security clearance required (must be able to maintain)
* Program management experience including cost, schedule, and performance oversight
* Working knowledge of Combatant Command staff activities and the Joint Capabilities Integration Development System (JCIDS) process
* Experience evaluating operational requirements, including Joint Urgent Operational Needs and emergent requirements
* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior leadership
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Experience working at USCENTCOM
* Familiarity with DOTMLPF analysis and capability development processes
* Experience supporting DoD technology development, assessments, and operational testing
* Experience working with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders
* Strong technical writing, reporting, and briefing experience
* Advanced degree or relevant certifications in program management, operations, or related field
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* Schedule:

** M-F; 8-5  
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* Work Location:

** Onsite, Mac Dill AFB, Tampa, Florida  
** Travel:
** Yes, approximately 25%  
** Relocation Assistance Available:
** No  
** Position Contingent Upon Award of

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** Benefits:
** Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

** Applying to Torch Technologies:
** Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
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