Jacobs
Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) Specialist
Jacobs, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) Specialist
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Jacobs At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
We are seeking a highly motivated
ORAT Specialist
with strong communication, organizational, and administrative support skills to join our growing ORAT team. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who bring expertise in documentation, presentations, stakeholder engagement, and scheduling—and who are eager to learn the intricacies of Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) within complex infrastructure environments such as aviation and transit projects.
As part of a dynamic team, the ORAT Specialist will support the ORAT Lead on planning, coordination, and execution of activities that ensure operational readiness and seamless transition of new facilities into live environments.
In this role, you will
Support the planning and execution of ORAT programs across Aviation, Transit, and Facility Development projects. Assist with the development and tracking of stakeholder engagement, operational interface, and training plans. Develop and maintain professional-grade presentations, reports, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to the preparation and monitoring of ORAT schedules by collecting and organizing operational inputs. Maintain and update project tracking documents (issue logs, risk registers, task trackers, etc.). Coordinate stakeholder meetings, site tours, and working sessions, including logistics and follow-up documentation. Support the development and management of collaborative platforms such as SharePoint. Prepare high-quality communications materials, including stakeholder agendas, updates and meeting minutes readiness campaigns. Attend project meetings and provide summaries, notes, and action item tracking. Assist in the coordination of familiarization, training, and transition activities. Support project closeout activities and the transition of completed projects into live operational status.
Key Competencies
Initiative and eagerness to learn ORAT practices and contribute to high-visibility projects. Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work. Ability to adapt in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments. Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and team orientation. Capable of maintaining a professional and positive demeanor with clients and partners.
The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Here's what you'll need
Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Communications, Planning, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience. 2–3 years of professional experience in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, marketing communications, or related roles. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook), SharePoint, and other collaboration tools. Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to synthesize technical information into clear presentations and documents. Experience supporting logistics and execution of stakeholder events, meetings, and training sessions. Travel will be required. Candidate must be willing to travel anywhere within U.S.
Ideally, you'll also have
Exposure to ORAT, aviation, transit, or facility startup projects. Familiarity with project scheduling tools (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI).
Posted Salary Range Minimum
58,656.00
Posted Salary Range Upper
121,700.00
Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $58,656.00 to $121,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Join to apply for the
Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) Specialist
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Jacobs Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) Specialist
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) Specialist
role at
Jacobs At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
We are seeking a highly motivated
ORAT Specialist
with strong communication, organizational, and administrative support skills to join our growing ORAT team. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who bring expertise in documentation, presentations, stakeholder engagement, and scheduling—and who are eager to learn the intricacies of Operational Readiness, Activation & Transition (ORAT) within complex infrastructure environments such as aviation and transit projects.
As part of a dynamic team, the ORAT Specialist will support the ORAT Lead on planning, coordination, and execution of activities that ensure operational readiness and seamless transition of new facilities into live environments.
In this role, you will
Support the planning and execution of ORAT programs across Aviation, Transit, and Facility Development projects. Assist with the development and tracking of stakeholder engagement, operational interface, and training plans. Develop and maintain professional-grade presentations, reports, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to the preparation and monitoring of ORAT schedules by collecting and organizing operational inputs. Maintain and update project tracking documents (issue logs, risk registers, task trackers, etc.). Coordinate stakeholder meetings, site tours, and working sessions, including logistics and follow-up documentation. Support the development and management of collaborative platforms such as SharePoint. Prepare high-quality communications materials, including stakeholder agendas, updates and meeting minutes readiness campaigns. Attend project meetings and provide summaries, notes, and action item tracking. Assist in the coordination of familiarization, training, and transition activities. Support project closeout activities and the transition of completed projects into live operational status.
Key Competencies
Initiative and eagerness to learn ORAT practices and contribute to high-visibility projects. Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work. Ability to adapt in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments. Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and team orientation. Capable of maintaining a professional and positive demeanor with clients and partners.
The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Here's what you'll need
Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Communications, Planning, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience. 2–3 years of professional experience in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, marketing communications, or related roles. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook), SharePoint, and other collaboration tools. Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to synthesize technical information into clear presentations and documents. Experience supporting logistics and execution of stakeholder events, meetings, and training sessions. Travel will be required. Candidate must be willing to travel anywhere within U.S.
Ideally, you'll also have
Exposure to ORAT, aviation, transit, or facility startup projects. Familiarity with project scheduling tools (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI).
Posted Salary Range Minimum
58,656.00
Posted Salary Range Upper
121,700.00
Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $58,656.00 to $121,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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