Senior Director Technical Project/Program Management

ASRC Federal Technology Solutions LLC is hiring a Strategic Operations Manager who will be responsible for driving operational excellence and supporting strategic growth across the NASA, NOAA, and Space Defense portfolio. This position will report to the NASA/NOAA Division Vice President, this role partners with program, operations, and business development leaders to improve business processes, enhance organizational readiness, and support the successful capture and execution of new programs. This position combines operational management with business planning to ensure the division is positioned for continued growth while delivering exceptional customer performance. Work location:  Remote (flexible to travel when needed) Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (Top Secret/SCI preferred) Key Responsibilities Operational Excellence Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational processes and standard operating procedures that support efficient program execution. Establish governance practices aligned with NASA Procedural Requirements (NPRs), AS9100 quality standards, and corporate policies. Identify process improvements that increase efficiency, consistency, and operational performance. Business Operations Develop and monitor operational metrics, KPIs, and performance dashboards. Track program execution, resource utilization, financial performance, and operational risks. Prepare reports and recommendations to support division leadership in operational planning and decision-making. Growth & Proposal Support Partner with Business Development and Capture teams to support proposals and strategic pursuits across NASA, NOAA, and Space Defense customers. Contribute operational, staffing, transition, and management content for competitive proposals. Assess organizational readiness, including staffing, facilities, security, and infrastructure, to support new business opportunities. Transition & Program Support Coordinate transition planning and startup activities for newly awarded contracts. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful handoff from capture through program execution. Develop repeatable transition processes that improve program startup and long-term performance. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Build collaborative relationships with program managers, internal stakeholders, and government customers. Support customer engagement activities and identify opportunities for follow-on work and operational improvements. Represent the division during customer meetings, operational reviews, and proposal activities as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a technical field. 15 years of progressively responsible experience supporting NASA, NOAA, Department of Defense, or other federal aerospace organizations. Experience managing operations for complex government programs and supporting business growth initiatives. Experience supporting proposal development, transition planning, or contract startup activities. Working knowledge of NASA program management processes, federal contracting, and aerospace quality standards. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business organizations. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (Top Secret/SCI preferred).