Amentum
Deputy Task Order Manager (Operations Manager)
Amentum, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States, 22060
The
Deputy Task Order Manager (Operations Manager)
is responsible for supporting the Task Order Manager in the execution, coordination, and management of all CSCEP task order activities. This position serves as the principal integrator across training, logistics, facilities, and sustainment workstreams, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, event synchronization, and stakeholder coordination.
The Deputy PM works closely with the Amentum PMO, subcontractor teams, and DTRA oversight elements to monitor execution timelines, milestone achievement, CDRL compliance, and risk mitigation.
Key duties include
Leading daily operational meetings and maintaining real-time situational awareness across workstreams
Coordinating task order activity updates, data collection, risk reporting, and status briefings
Monitoring operational performance against IMS schedules, burn rates, and staffing plans
Supporting surge staffing efforts, resource allocation adjustments, and event readiness validations
Serving as the primary backup to the Task Order Manager for customer interactions, milestone reviews, and escalated issues
Ensuring effective communication and workflow synchronization across all subcontractor partners
Assisting with preparation of program reports, logistics tracking, sustainment planning, and facility readiness assessments
The Deputy PM ensures day-to-day operational execution aligns to CSCEP program objectives, cost targets, and schedule requirements.
Required Qualifications
The Deputy Task Order Manager (Deputy PM) is responsible for supporting the Task Order Manager in the execution, coordination, and management of all CSCEP task order activities
Bachelor’s degree in related fields such as Project Management, Business Administration, Logistics, International Relations, or Security Studies
5–8 years of experience supporting government task orders, contracts, or programs
2–3 years of leadership or operational management experience preferred
Active U.S. Secret security clearance
Proven experience coordinating geographically dispersed teams and subcontractor partners.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Demonstrated understanding of DTRA-relevant tasks and execution
Strong understanding of project/task order management principles
Familiarity with MEL development, training lifecycle management, sustainment frameworks, and logistics support operations
Demonstrated experience in operational risk management and corrective action planning
Excellent interpersonal skills for internal team coordination and customer-facing communication
Competency with integrated master scheduling (IMS) principles and performance tracking tools (MS Project, SharePoint, PowerBI)
Communication
Proficient in oral, written, and virtual communications
Ability to instruct and mentor multinational forces on technical topics, principles, theories, and concepts of varying scientific complexity with limited background knowledge
Experience engaging and advising the U.S. and foreign military senior leaders on the integration of near, mid, and long-term program plans, programs, and resources
Highly Desired Skills and Experience Skills
Prior experience supporting DTRA programs, CTR initiatives, or Security Cooperation engagements
PMP certification or equivalent desired (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
Prior experience supporting program startup, ramp-up, or large task order transitions
International field experience with training, facility stand-up, or logistics coordination preferred
Communication
Computer – M.S. Office, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Content Management Systems, SharePoint, MS Teams, and virtual team collaboration editing
Basic Writing – Ability to use correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary, clarity, brevity, engagement, proofreading, and revising
Business / Professional Writing – Ability to formulate analytical report writing, note‑taking, email writing, meeting invitations, M.S. Office, business case writing
Report and Technical Writing – Ability to conduct sourcing, research, analysis, data visualization, cross‑culture interviews, document preparation, data collection, and data management
Presentation Writing – PowerPoint, creativity, brevity, and curriculum materials
Overseas Experience
Experience serving overseas in support of geographical commands and/or Embassies
Time Management
Ability to function at a high level with little oversight as well as work as part of a larger team to complete mission objectives
Capable of working under tight deadlines and managing tasks through successful completion
Travel Requirements
This is a CONUS‑based position with up to 30% travel required to OCONUS partner nation sites
Must be willing to support rotating shifts, nights, and weekend operations based on task order needs and partner nation engagement schedules
Additional notes
The Deputy Task Order Manager must be able to work autonomously when required, proactively identify risks and operational bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to ensure continuous task order execution
The Deputy PM must be able to lead cross‑functional daily huddles, maintain clear and concise operational dashboards, and maintain positive client and partner nation relationships
US Citizenship Required
Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance Required
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.
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Deputy Task Order Manager (Operations Manager)
is responsible for supporting the Task Order Manager in the execution, coordination, and management of all CSCEP task order activities. This position serves as the principal integrator across training, logistics, facilities, and sustainment workstreams, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, event synchronization, and stakeholder coordination.
The Deputy PM works closely with the Amentum PMO, subcontractor teams, and DTRA oversight elements to monitor execution timelines, milestone achievement, CDRL compliance, and risk mitigation.
Key duties include
Leading daily operational meetings and maintaining real-time situational awareness across workstreams
Coordinating task order activity updates, data collection, risk reporting, and status briefings
Monitoring operational performance against IMS schedules, burn rates, and staffing plans
Supporting surge staffing efforts, resource allocation adjustments, and event readiness validations
Serving as the primary backup to the Task Order Manager for customer interactions, milestone reviews, and escalated issues
Ensuring effective communication and workflow synchronization across all subcontractor partners
Assisting with preparation of program reports, logistics tracking, sustainment planning, and facility readiness assessments
The Deputy PM ensures day-to-day operational execution aligns to CSCEP program objectives, cost targets, and schedule requirements.
Required Qualifications
The Deputy Task Order Manager (Deputy PM) is responsible for supporting the Task Order Manager in the execution, coordination, and management of all CSCEP task order activities
Bachelor’s degree in related fields such as Project Management, Business Administration, Logistics, International Relations, or Security Studies
5–8 years of experience supporting government task orders, contracts, or programs
2–3 years of leadership or operational management experience preferred
Active U.S. Secret security clearance
Proven experience coordinating geographically dispersed teams and subcontractor partners.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Demonstrated understanding of DTRA-relevant tasks and execution
Strong understanding of project/task order management principles
Familiarity with MEL development, training lifecycle management, sustainment frameworks, and logistics support operations
Demonstrated experience in operational risk management and corrective action planning
Excellent interpersonal skills for internal team coordination and customer-facing communication
Competency with integrated master scheduling (IMS) principles and performance tracking tools (MS Project, SharePoint, PowerBI)
Communication
Proficient in oral, written, and virtual communications
Ability to instruct and mentor multinational forces on technical topics, principles, theories, and concepts of varying scientific complexity with limited background knowledge
Experience engaging and advising the U.S. and foreign military senior leaders on the integration of near, mid, and long-term program plans, programs, and resources
Highly Desired Skills and Experience Skills
Prior experience supporting DTRA programs, CTR initiatives, or Security Cooperation engagements
PMP certification or equivalent desired (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
Prior experience supporting program startup, ramp-up, or large task order transitions
International field experience with training, facility stand-up, or logistics coordination preferred
Communication
Computer – M.S. Office, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Content Management Systems, SharePoint, MS Teams, and virtual team collaboration editing
Basic Writing – Ability to use correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary, clarity, brevity, engagement, proofreading, and revising
Business / Professional Writing – Ability to formulate analytical report writing, note‑taking, email writing, meeting invitations, M.S. Office, business case writing
Report and Technical Writing – Ability to conduct sourcing, research, analysis, data visualization, cross‑culture interviews, document preparation, data collection, and data management
Presentation Writing – PowerPoint, creativity, brevity, and curriculum materials
Overseas Experience
Experience serving overseas in support of geographical commands and/or Embassies
Time Management
Ability to function at a high level with little oversight as well as work as part of a larger team to complete mission objectives
Capable of working under tight deadlines and managing tasks through successful completion
Travel Requirements
This is a CONUS‑based position with up to 30% travel required to OCONUS partner nation sites
Must be willing to support rotating shifts, nights, and weekend operations based on task order needs and partner nation engagement schedules
Additional notes
The Deputy Task Order Manager must be able to work autonomously when required, proactively identify risks and operational bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to ensure continuous task order execution
The Deputy PM must be able to lead cross‑functional daily huddles, maintain clear and concise operational dashboards, and maintain positive client and partner nation relationships
US Citizenship Required
Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance Required
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.
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