MANTECH seeks a detail-driven and mission-focused OPERATIONS SPECIALIST to support the G-7 Mission Engineering staff section in STAFFORD, VA.
You will play a central role in coordinating operational functions, synchronizing staff efforts, and driving the integration of mission engineering efforts in support of training and mission readiness objectives. This is a critical opportunity to ensure alignment across planning, resourcing, and execution functions while working within a dynamic team environment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supporting daily operational oversight for G-7 section functions, ensuring synchronization across planning, training integration, and support elements
Tracking tasks, suspense dates, and deliverables while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper coordination
Managing calendars, meeting schedules, and agendas for G-7 leadership and supporting the coordination of internal and external stakeholder engagements
Preparing executive-level briefings, reports, and read-ahead materials that capture and communicate G-7 operational priorities
Coordinating with subordinate commands and higher headquarters for mission engineering and modeling and simulation (M&S) task execution and reporting
Serving as a key integrator for operational plans, resources, and timelines within the G-7
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 0-1 years of relevant administrative or operational coordination experience.
Demonstrated experience in task tracking, coordination, and reporting
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and comfortable working with task management and document tracking tools
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing briefings and reports for senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience supporting mission engineering, analytical efforts or G-7 operations within a military command
Familiarity with Marine Corps or Joint training processes, M&S tools, or operational planning systems
Experience working in a fast-paced staff environment with dynamic mission requirements
Clearance Requirements:
Must have active a DoD TS/SCI clearance
Physical Requirements:
Must be able and willing to perform occasional manual labor and warehouse duties, with the ability to lift to 50 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations