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Operations Leader

Oswego, NY · On-site

$129K/yr

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Homestead, FL · On-site

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Miami, FL

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Lakeland, FL · On-site

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Brandon, FL · On-site

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Doral, FL · On-site

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SURFACE WARFARE OFFICER - FL

Sunrise, FL · On-site

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Lakeland, FL

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Port Saint Lucie, FL · On-site

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How much do missile operations officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for missile operations officer in the United States is $77,254.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,500.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a missile operations officer?

Missile Operations Officers are military personnel responsible for managing and operating missile systems, such as intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), for national defense. They monitor missile readiness, oversee launch procedures, and ensure the safety and security of missile facilities. These officers play a crucial role in maintaining the strategic deterrence capabilities of their nation's armed forces. Their duties often involve working in highly secure environments and collaborating closely with other military branches.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a missile operations officer?

To thrive as a Missile Operations Officer, you need a strong background in mathematics, physics, and military science, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree and completion of specialized military training. Familiarity with command and control systems, missile launch protocols, and security clearance requirements is essential. Exceptional attention to detail, stress management, and clear decision-making are crucial soft skills in this high-stakes environment. These abilities ensure the safe, precise, and responsible operation of missile systems, which are vital for national security.

What are some common challenges missile operations officers face during their shifts, and how are these typically addressed?

Missile Operations Officers often work long, irregular hours in highly secure environments, which can be both mentally and physically demanding. One common challenge is maintaining focus and readiness during extended alert shifts, as quick and accurate decision-making is critical. To address this, officers receive extensive training in stress management and teamwork, and units often promote a supportive culture to help manage shift fatigue. Regular drills and debriefs also help officers stay sharp and improve resilience under pressure.

What is the difference between Missile Operations Officer vs Missile Maintenance Technician?

AspectMissile Operations OfficerMissile Maintenance Technician
CredentialsSecurity clearance, military training, technical certificationsSecurity clearance, technical certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentMilitary bases, command centers, operational settingsMaintenance facilities, missile sites, technical workshops
Employer & IndustryMilitary, defense contractorsMilitary, defense contractors

Missile Operations Officers focus on planning, coordinating, and executing missile launch operations, requiring strategic and technical skills. Missile Maintenance Technicians handle the upkeep, repair, and troubleshooting of missile systems. Both roles require security clearances and work within military or defense environments, but their daily tasks and responsibilities differ significantly.

How much do missile operations officers make?

Missile Operations Officers typically earn a salary ranging from $70,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience, rank, and location. They often receive additional benefits such as housing allowances, healthcare, and retirement plans, and may need security clearances and specialized training.
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Infographic showing various Missile Operations Officer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,254 per year, or $37.1 per hour.

Operations Leader

Oswego, NY • On-site

Novelis Oswego Manufacturing Facility
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$129K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Position Overview
Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Novelis Oswego has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Leader to join one of our Manuacturing Units. This position reports to the Manufacturing Unit Manager and is responsible for the supervision and coordination of Operations employees as well as Coordinators and Specialists.
Responsibilities
  • Drive Our Safety Culture, implement the EHS management system and ensure continual improvement of EHS performance in day-to-day operations. This includes compliance to all Health, Safety and Environmental Policies
  • Lead personnel and equipment in the Operations area to meet production objective at the highest quality and service at the lowest possible cost
  • Continuously Learn and Develop an ongoing knowledge of manufacturing processes, operations and quality standards to help ensure the utilization of the best production methods and meeting of quality specifications
  • Lead and contribute to the development of process and product improvements, new processes and new products and lead in cost reduction efficiency improvements, sales increases and improved customer satisfaction
  • Oversee all operational activities and housekeeping efforts in the manufacturing unit to ensure employee and equipment safety
  • Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.
  • Ensure training and development of all operating personnel in order to meet TS16949 standards
    • Ensure these skills are evaluated at appropriate intervals and developmental plan(s) established

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree is required
  • Extensive experience in managing/supervising others in a complex and fast paced environment with demonstrated results, preferably manufacturing based
  • Demonstrated success as a Coordinator/Specialist will be given high consideration
  • Experience in implementing the business plan
  • Understanding the cost and budgetary processes, inventory control procedures and methods, as well as operational procedures

This role's salary starts from $129,700 per year. Individual pay will vary based on qualifications, experience, and performance. In addition to base salary, this position includes participation in a short-term incentive plan (Annual Incentive Plan - AIP or Plant Performance incentive - PPI).
Military MOS Crosswalk can include but is not limited to:
Army
  • 90A - Logistics Officer
  • 11A - Infantry Officer
  • 19A - Armor Officer
  • 13A - Field Artillery Officer
  • 12A - Engineer Senior Sergeant

Navy
  • Fire Control Technician (1120)
  • Issue Control Officer (13XX series)
  • Engineering Duty Officer (14XX)

Coast Guard
  • Operations Officer (O-2/O-3 billets)
  • Marine Safety Officer
  • Command Duty Officer
  • Chief Petty Officer (Any Rating)

Marine Corps
  • 0302 - Infantry Officer
  • 0402 - Logistics Officer
  • 0602 - Communications Officer
  • 1302 - Engineer Officer

Air Force
  • 13N - Nuclear & Missile Operations Officer
  • 11X - Operations Officer / Pilot
  • 21A - Aircraft Maintenance Officer
  • 30C - Support Operations Officer
  • 3E6X1 - Operations Management (Enlisted)

What Novelis Offers
Novelis benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable. These are a few of the benefits we offer to support you and your family's well-being:
  • Core benefits coverage (medical, dental and vision) for you and your family premiums starting as low as $75/ month for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children
  • HSA contributions
  • Competitive Paid vacation and personal time off
  • Novelis contributes up to 9.5% of your pay into a 401(k) for your Retirement savings
  • 8 weeks of paid time off for new parents
  • 6-months of short-term disability at 100% pay
  • Finally, the Novelis holistic Well-Being benefits include programs to support weight loss and management, fitness challenges, 24/7 mental health support, tobacco and substance use cessation programs, lifestyle discounts, and more. Novelis actively explores diversifying our Well-being benefits to support our unique and changing work force

Location Profile
Novelis Oswego is located in northern Central New York on the shores of Lake Ontario and employs approximately 1200 people. The Oswego plant produces more than one billion pounds of high-quality aluminum sheet each year serving customers in the automotive beverage can and specialty markets. In addition to its downtown shopping and dining district Oswego and the surrounding areas are renowned for fishing hiking snowmobiling and outdoor recreation across all four seasons. Novelis is committed to supporting the community and fosters strong relationships with non-profit and educational organizations like The Children's Museum of Oswego Oswego County Opportunities State University of New York College at Oswego and the Pathways in Technology Early College High School among many others.
Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants. Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoffs recalls transfers leaves of absence compensation and training are without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local laws.
Disclaimer
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