Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.
The Work
The Shift Operations Specialist/ Sensor Operator Lead will manage the daily operations and personnel of a highly specialized team performing tasks critical to mission success at the client’s site on Diego Garcia. This role requires expert-level command of all sensor and operator stations, compliance with operational protocols, and effective crew leadership during high-stakes mission execution. The adecuado candidate will work collaboratively with mission planning, maintenance, and system administration teams to maintain operational readiness and ensure timely anomaly response.
This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Diego Garcia operating crew and oversee execution of mission tasking.
Maintain and update shift logs and operational status reports to ensure clear communication of current and future mission activities.
Enforce procedural compliance, safety protocols, and crew discipline to meet operational standards.
Maintain a working knowledge of all operator stations to provide on-the-spot oversight, guidance, and training.
Respond promptly to anomalies to minimize mission impact and ensure quick resolutions.
Coordinate with mission planning, maintenance, and system administration to ensure seamless operational execution.
Act as primary trainer and mentor for other crew members, ensuring cross-functional proficiency across all positions.
Enforce established operating procedures and security requirements while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.
Ensure proper scheduling of same-LCAT Sensor Operator backups from the operator pool for mission continuity.
Serve exclusively in the dedicated crew-lead