Chief of Staff - Defense Missions Systems

This position will report to the Sector Vice President, Program & Operations to be assigned as the Chief of Staff supporting the VP, General Manager for the Defense Mission Systems Business Unit.  You will serve as a strategic advisor, operational integrator, and force multiplier for the leadership team. You will help drive organizational priorities, manage cross-functional initiatives, streamline workflows, and ensure the seamless execution of strategic programs. This role requires a high degree of business acumen, government contracting knowledge, discretion, and leadership capability.

In this role you may:

• Act as a trusted advisor and proxy to the Business Unit General Manager, managing executive priorities, tracking key deliverables, and driving accountability across the organization.
• Lead the coordination and execution of strategic initiatives and operational improvement efforts across the Defense and Health portfolios.
• Serve as a liaison between the business unit leader, operating unit leader, functional heads, and program managers.
• Develop and manage governance processes for Business Unit operations and program milestone tracking.
• Support strategy and growth planning efforts, including pipeline oversight and executive-level proposal support.
• Manage special projects and confidential initiatives with speed, precision, and diplomacy.

• 10–15 years of progressive experience in consulting, strategy, operations, or executive leadership roles—ideally within the federal contracting sector.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Policy, or related field required; Master’s degree (MBA, MPP, MHA) preferred.
• Strong understanding of DoD and/or federal health agency operations, procurement environments, and compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to influence at the all organizational levels and manage cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; adept at crafting executive narratives and presenting complex information clearly.
• Security clearance (ability to obtain and maintain) any required depending on program access needs.