Leidos

Operations Manager

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerLeidos
  • LocationUnited States
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
  • Employer posted

Leidos is seeking an Operations Manager to support intramural human use at the Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton, OH. This position supports human research on the performance, resilience, and wellness of service members to optimize warfighting effectiveness in the most trying environments. The successful candidate will provide management and oversight of NAMRL logistics and operations, managing numerous operational research support functions within the directorate.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide oversight of NAMRL operations, facility, materials, and resource utilization to ensure efficiency of day-to-day activities.
  • Improve operational management systems, processes, and best practices.
  • Liaison with NAMRU-D Command Facilities Officer for NAMRL facilities issues (space needs, reconfigurations, minor construction).
  • Provide oversight and coordination for material and resource needs, planning inventory, and overseeing efficiency.
  • Manage equipment inventory.
  • Provide maintenance and oversight of NAMRL operating instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Manage execution of NAMRL operational plans and programs per Director's guidance
  • Formulate strategy, improve performance, ensure procurement of material and resources, and secure compliance in support of daily operations.
  • Formulate and participate in the implementation of strategic and operational objectives.
  • Perform quality controls and monitor performance efficiency.
  • Ensure continuous identification and implementation of operational best practice through interaction with the wider team
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Basic Qualifications

  • Masters degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
  • Proven related work experience as Operations Manager or similar role in a military or medical research environment
  • Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
  • Task oriented and able to respond independently and systematically to accomplish operational needs.
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow all safety requirements and regulations is essential.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Outstanding organizational skills
  • Ability to obtain Secret Clearance
  • US Citizen

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Original Posting:

October 8, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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