Mission Support Manager

Mission Support ManagerParsons is looking for an amazingly talented Mission Support Manager to join our team! In this role you will get to serve as the Autonomous Technology and Intelligence program synchronizer responsible for the external communications, policy, intelligence support, safety, compliance, and project coordination in support of global Diplomatic Security unmanned and counter-unmanned aircraft systems (UAS/C-UAS) activities. Additionally, you will supervise schedules, meetings, policy compliance, documentation standardization, internal workflows, intelligence-based risk assessment, and program compliance with federal and department of state guidelines.What You'll Be Doing:Manage communications, policy and program analysts, and intelligence teams.Guide interagency correspondence, agreements, and engagements through the DS staffing processPrepares senior leaders for Congressional and NSC meetings on UAS/C-UAS topicsPerform document generation, review and edit all formal program documentation.Supervise and guide risk assessments of Department of State Embassies, and ConsulatesSupervise the request for information process and timeline for internal and external inquiriesLeads the shaping and underpinning of DS policy for UAS/C-UAS effortsGuides DS policy ensuring alignment with Federal regulations and legislationInforms Senior leaders on federal legislative updates that affect UAS/C-UAS activitiesFlags regulations and interagency initiatives that may impact DS capabilities and authoritiesBuild and maintain good working relationships with clients and client representativesEnsure compliance with all company policies and procedures when performing job dutiesConduct annual staff appraisals and assessments to determine staff training needsEstablish and ensure compliance with internal processes and proceduresLiaise with other departmental heads to plan and implement action plans for improved technical operationsWhat Required Skills You'll Bring:Bachelors of Science Degree; advanced degree preferred.Experienced program/project management leader with military aviation operations exposure, federal headquarters-level credibility, and strong interagency and stakeholder communication skillsCandidate must have 15+ years' experience in personnel management including the ability to manage diverse, multi-functional teams responsible for delivering high-quality technical solutions on time and within budget.Must have knowledge and experience with UAS or C-UAS, radar systems, RF analytics, sensor fusion, and managing intelligence personnel.FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (required)PMP Certification (required)Secret clearance requiredSpecialized Knowledge/Skills RequirementsExcellent problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and critical thinking skillsAbility to work within a team and take the initiative to lead when requiredDetail focused with the ability to maintain overall perspective on operational and mission scopeProactive problem solver.

Expected to present solutions to identified and / or potential problemsExperience with air domain awareness systems and policies.Physical Requirements / Working ConditionsFull-time, 40-hour workweek with flexibility for mission requirements.Travel: Candidates should be willing to travel / TDY away from their home location for up to 30% of a typical work year, potentially to international diplomatic facilities and high-threat environments. Typical deployments are expected to be 7-30 days; however, candidates should be willing to support deployments up to 90 days in special circumstancesPhysical requirements can include walking, climbing, crawling through small spaces, and standing or sitting for long periods of time.Must meet most stringent medical clearance requirements. Position requires adherence to approved vaccination protocols as determined by location.Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.