Aerospace & Defense Operations Consultants (multiple levels)

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is currently seeking operations consulting professionals in support of Department of Defense (DoD) clients. These teammates will be responsible for supporting engagements with major DoD Programs to improve operations and efficiency outcomes across the program lifecycle, including Program Acquisition and Sustainment functions, cost/schedule/performance management, and identifying new client challenges to solve.   

Responsibilities will include: 

• Support consulting projects for major DoD weapon systems, overseeing all phases of the program lifecycle, including acquisition, sustainment, and modernization activities.

• Serve as a point of contact for government stakeholders, providing guidance and status updates.

• Support cross-functional teams to achieve program goals.

• Identify, assess, and implement process improvements to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.

• Engage with stakeholders across the client enterprise to build consensus and design solutions align with the client’s overall objectives

• Support day-to-day project team activities to gain customer buy-in towards a common operating picture, solution architecture, and roadmap for execution 

• Research and recommend cost-effective government-approved technologies, frameworks, and systems towards achieving the desired future state 

What You Will Need:

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.

• Bachelor's Degree

• TWO (2) or more years of experience with DoD organizations and/or Aerospace & Defense (A&D) industry

• Experience supporting complex programs, ideally in DoD or A&D industry

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Must be currently authorized to work in the country 

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance

• Bachelors or Advanced degree in business, engineering, or related field

• FIVE (5) or more years of experience in DoD or A&D production, acquisition, engineering and/or supply chain management

• Experience supporting programs for DoD weapon systems to improve operational performance or drive cost reductions

• Experience with lifecycle logistics planning and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations

• Experience leading small client-facing teams through the lifecycle of a consulting engagement

• Experience developing written communication materials for senior level clients

• Ability to excel in a dynamic organization, adapting and responding quickly to new information and/or evolving requirements

• Advanced proficiency with MS Office tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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