Chief of Operations - Active Secret Clearance Required (Work Location - Die at Akima, LLC

Camp Thunder Cove, , British Indian Ocean Territory -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Satellite control network operations, Leadership, Operational management, Team management, Technical training, Process improvement, Data analysis, Communication skills, Liaison, Compliance, Strategic planning, Mission support

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

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 Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT). 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 All scheduled satellite pass supports, readiness, training, and exercises. Ensuring all operations tasks are conducted in accordance with approved directives. Writing and reviewing site operational instructions, ensuring compliance by employees. Coordinating all operational activities with customers including the prime contractor and government personnel. Interfacing with Akima Shared Services on employee issues; payroll, timekeeping, benefits, etc. Collecting and analyzing operational performance data; recommends process improvements. Ensuring mission success is maintained/improved with current/future satellite pass requirements. Enforcing standards and deploys company directed discipline practices when needed. Conducting and supervising employee technical training program in an on-the-job environment. Act 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. 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 2026-22682 Work Type On-Site 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.

Responsibilities

The Chief of Operations provides leadership for site personnel, manages satellite pass support, and ensures all operational tasks comply with directives. They also act as a liaison to government customers and analyze performance data to recommend process improvements.