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Saab · 2 days ago

Lead Technical Training Professional (Deputy Site Lead)

Twentynine Palms, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$109K/yr - $142K/yr

8+ years exp

Saab, Inc. is a leading defense and security company that provides critical administrative and logistical support to the U.S. Marine Corps exercise delivery program at MCAGCC Twentynine Palms, CA. The Deputy Site Lead will work closely with the Site Lead to ensure smooth operations, compliance with regulations, and effective coordination of training events.

AerospaceAutomotiveInformation TechnologyManufacturingNational SecuritySecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support to Site Lead – Reports directly to the Site Lead on all matters related to local program operations, administration, and logistical support for MCTIS at both the home site and during Deploy-for-Training activities

Program Administration & Compliance – Ensures all site operations align with contractual obligations, local laws and regulations, and Saab’s established policies and procedures

Budget & Resource Oversight – Assists with management of the site budget, including cost control, staffing allocation, facility expenses, and vehicle fleet requirements

Exercise Planning & Coordination – Collaborates with the Site Lead and Operations Officer to plan, prepare, and coordinate MCTIS exercise support activities at both home-site and non-home-site training locations

Operational Support – Advises USMC staff and training units on effective use of MCTIS capabilities and proactively supports Master Events List activities with administrative and logistical solutions

Health, Safety & Compliance – Ensures daily OSHA and safety compliance, maintaining adherence to local laws and Saab’s corporate requirements

Systems & Maintenance Oversight – Ensures MCTIS training systems are properly configured, maintained, and supported through preventive and corrective maintenance activities, and oversees the serviceability of site vehicles, spare parts inventory, and resupply operations

Procurement & Logistics – Manages purchasing, shipments, and logistical coordination to sustain site operations and support exercise delivery

Process & Quality Management – Maintains and updates site Work Instructions (WI/SOPs) to align with business management guidelines. Reports on system effectiveness, efficiency, and improvement needs to Saab’s Quality & Environmental Manager

Continuous Improvement & Best Practices – Shares lessons learned and contributes to continuous improvement and best practice initiatives across local program operations

Additional Duties – Supports other site functions as needed to ensure successful CROW operations and training event execution

Security Awareness – Educates site personnel on security procedures and requirements

Security Recommendations – Identifies potential security risks and recommends corrective actions

Incident Reporting – Reports security-related incidents to the Training Operations Manager and Saab Security Manager in accordance with established procedures

Access Control – Verifies and manages access of unauthorized individuals at the site

Physical Security Oversight – Ensures proper security of locks, doors, fencing, and restricted areas, and reports deficiencies through the Incident Report System

Warehouse & Equipment Support – Assists with warehouse operations, pre-exercise equipment maintenance, and logistical tasks as directed by site leadership

Marketing & Representation – Supports Saab marketing activities and represents the program as required

Training & Cross-Skilling – Participates in cross-training and professional development to maintain operational flexibility

Performance Input – Provides performance feedback for MCTIS System Analyst team members when requested

Exercise Preparation & Briefing – Delivers capability briefs and After-Action Reviews (AARs) for Marines and participates in exercises in the U.S. or overseas as required

Surge Support – Provides surge capacity to other locations in support of MCTIS exercises, including Non-Homesite Installation Training or major events at other USMC installations

Qualification

USMC Officer experienceBA/BS degreeFinancial managementProgram managementPersonnel supervisionOrganizational managementUSMC processesLogistical coordinationLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Former USMC Officer (Major or above) or Senior SNCO (Master Sergeant or above) – Demonstrated leadership in coordinating large, complex operations and ensuring continuity of support across multiple stakeholders

BA/BS degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline, and 8+ years of experience – Strong foundation in organizational management, planning, and process improvement to support daily operations and long-range program objectives

Knowledge of USMC organizational processes and training requirements – Ability to align exercise support functions with unit needs, ensuring administrative, logistical, and sustainment tasks are executed efficiently

Proven experience leading teams of 50+ personnel (10+ years) – Skilled in supervising and developing diverse teams, managing workload distribution, and overseeing daily operational activities

Financial management experience – Competence in budgeting, cost tracking, and resource allocation to support exercise delivery cycles and recurring operational requirements

Personnel supervision – Experience in guiding daily work activities, coordinating team tasks, and ensuring adherence to standards and timelines, even in roles without formal direct reports

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions (over 90°F or below 30°F)

Valid U.S. driver's license required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Ability to travel for up to 14 days to conduct or support training events

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Preferred

Program management experience is a plus – Preferred background in overseeing projects or programs, ensuring alignment of resources, schedules, and deliverables across multiple lines of effort