Job Description
This role oversees daily operations for Department of War research, enhancing efficiency in science and technology oversight. Managers analyze workflows and implement strategies for performance, assisting in technological advancement. The position supports OUSW(R&E) by managing business operations and mitigating risks.
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) operates as an employee-owned research company with over 2000 professionals across US and Canada. The company specializes in defense technologies, simulations, environmental technologies, and testing. Founded in 1979, it includes affiliates in 45 countries.
Managers analyze operational workflows, develop quality assurance programs, provide training, and contribute to strategic goals. They establish KPIs, identify risks, and ensure compliance with laws and policies. Work occurs onsite in the National Capital Region. Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required, contingent on contract award in late 2025.
This position is contingent on contract. Eligible for employee stock ownership plan. Location is onsite in National Capital Region. No specific compensation mentioned in source. Benefits include challenging culture, innovation, and growth opportunities. Requires Bachelor’s degree and 7 years operations manager experience, with preferred Master’s and 10+ years project management.
Responsibilities
- Analyze operational workflows, identify improvements, recommend strategies
- Develop and implement quality assurance programs, monitor quality
- Provide guidance, training, performance feedback
- Contribute to development and execution of long-term strategies
- Establish KPIs, analyze data, generate reports
- Identify operational risks, develop mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, standards, policies
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
- 7 years operations manager experience
- Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
- Ability to execute in DoD staff environment, communicate at senior levels