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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) Space and Launch Division is seeking a Lead Operations Specialist (Level 4) to support our Systems Engineering team in Herndon, Virginia.
The Space and Launch Team creates the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. We work with proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space. Our team focuses on rapid prototyping to demonstrate a host of mission-focused technologies for a variety of customers. Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.
The Lead Operations Specialist position will be a part of a high-performing team in a very dynamic environment. As a member of our team, you will have opportunities to lead, coach, and develop team members while supporting in a real-time operations environment. You will be trained and certified on a complex system. This position will support system assets and resources for a 24x7 operational center. This role will be required to obtain certifications needed to perform the duties of the Lead Operations Specialist within 3 to 4 months of report date. This position will have an occasional need for surging to 24x7 coverage, candidate must remain flexible.
Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for ensuring the successful completion of mission objectives.
Troubleshoot and resolve problems following defined procedures.
Delegates responsibilities among staff members and operations team.
Serves as the operations focal point between management and customer representatives during both nominal and anomalous operations.
Coordinates planned/unplanned facility activities that may impact operations.
Participates in the development of engineering processes, procedures, methods, and tools.
Technical analysis.
Collaborate with other teams and positional specialists.
Lead a team of operators.
Function in a high-stress operational environment.
Understand and support customer needs and priorities.
This position is expected to be 100 onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
Experience working with UNIX, Linux, and/or Windows development environment
5+ years of experience leading, coaching and developing others (including those who may not be your direct reports)
Willingness to work a rotating shift to include weekends and holidays
Willingness to work in a 24x7 operations and support process experience
Ability to complete a certification program (Specialized training provided (combination of self-study and on-the-job training) in order to learn the necessary skills allowing you to obtain the necessary certifications required for this position)
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelors degree
5+ years of experience working in an Operations environment
Experience managing customer relationships
Experience in space and satellite systems
Demonstrates strength in attention to detail
Experience adjusting to changing priorities
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay and Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $121,550 - $164,450
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 07, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
