Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Location: Hanover, MD (100% on site) Clearance: Ability to obtain preferred Education: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred Years of Experience: 10+ years Salary: $175,000-$210,000 base salary plus performance bonus and equity participation Description Altus Technology Solutions is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to serve as the company's senior operational leader. This role is responsible for leading day-to-day operations, strengthening execution across programs and corporate functions, and building the systems and discipline needed to support continued growth. Altus is a growing federal contractor supporting Department of Defense customers across range operations, engineering services, and IT solutions. The COO will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, customer satisfaction, and organizational scalability while preserving the company's strong culture and mission focus. This role is ideal for an operations-focused executive who enjoys building structure, improving performance, and leading teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Primary Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Daily Command Own and lead day-to-day operations across all programs and corporate functions Ensure consistent, high-quality execution of contracts and internal operations Establish operational discipline, decision authority, and accountability frameworks Enable executive leadership to focus on strategy and growth by independently managing operational execution Financial Performance & P&L Management Drive operational financial performance including cost control and margin optimization Monitor contract-level financial health and proactively address risks or variances Partner with Finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Implement financial controls that balance agility with fiscal discipline Customer Satisfaction & Contract Performance Serve as the primary escalation point for operational and performance-related customer issues Maintain strong relationships with government customers and key stakeholders Monitor contract performance metrics including quality, schedule, and deliverables Support contract transitions, mobilization efforts, and recompete readiness Leadership Team Development & Organizational Management Lead, coach, and develop current and future operational leaders as the organization scales Establish clear performance expectations and accountability standards Support workforce planning, recruiting strategy, and leadership development Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement Process Excellence & Scalable Systems Build and refine scalable processes, policies, and operational standards Establish clear swim lanes, decision rights, and cross-functional workflows Implement dashboards, KPIs, and reporting rhythms to drive performance Lead operational efficiency initiatives and technology enablement efforts Risk Management & Compliance Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks across contracts and corporate functions Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, labor regulations, security requirements, and ISO standards Support audits, reviews, and internal controls Lead incident response and corrective action efforts when required Strategic Execution & Growth Enablement Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning and execution Translate company objectives into actionable operational plans and milestones Support business development through operational insight and readiness assessments Ensure operational scalability to support new contract wins and company growth Qualifications Required Qualifications 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in federal contracting or professional services 5+ years in senior operational leadership roles (COO, VP Operations, General Manager, or equivalent) Demonstrated P&L responsibility supporting $25M+ operations Strong understanding of the federal contracting environment and government customers Proven ability to build processes, systems, and teams in growth-stage organizations Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in business, engineering, or a related field Experience supporting DoD programs or mission-critical government operations Active or prior security clearance Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems About Altus Since 2004, Altus Technology Solutions has been committed to delivering high-quality, performance-driven services to government and commercial customers. As an ISO 9001:2015 Certified organization, Altus combines proven operational practices with a strong commitment to people, mission success, and customer satisfaction. Learn more at Pay and Benefits Competitive executive compensation package Performance-based bonus and equity participation Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits Retirement plan with employer contributions Short- and long-term disability coverage Education assistance and professional development opportunities Flexible paid leave and career growth opportunities Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment Altus Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. As a federal contractor, Altus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Created: 2026-03-11