Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking an Operations Coordinator to support the Commander, Fleet Logistics Support Squadron One (VR-1) at Naval Air Facility Washington (NAF Washington), Joint Base Andrews, MD.

I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Operations Coordinator at Terrestris do?

The Operations Coordinator will provide direct support to Fleet Logistics Support Squadron One (VR-1), ensuring the efficient coordination of flight operations, logistics, administrative tasks, and mission readiness activities. Additionally, you will work closely with squadron leadership, aircrew, maintenance personnel, and external agencies to facilitate the execution of high-visibility executive airlift missions.

What does a typical day look like for the Operations Coordinator?

You will:

Conduct liaison with other command’s staff Executive Assistants and Aides de Camp.
Receive and validate user requests and validate itineraries.
Analyze resources for assigned missions and prepare / draft weekly and long-range schedule inputs for the VR-1 Operations Offices.
Gather and submit mission assignments to the contracted flight company and coordinate dispatch service for flight times, routing, and flight plan filing.
Coordinate with Defense Attaché Offices worldwide to obtain applicable diplomatic clearances and ensure that the final flight plan matches trip itinerary.
Arrange for a required prior permission request and arrange fixed base operator services and set up customs requirements.
Submit lodging, ground transportation and airlines requests when applicable to appropriate agencies.
Collect data, analyze and produce monthly post trip reports and financial trip reports.
Manage and maintain Global Decision Support System (GDSS), Jeppesen Dispatch Services and SierrHotel Aviation Readiness Program (SHARP).
Coordinate required training on Mission Planning Programs and Procedures. Deliverable: Monthly Mission Planning Program Planning and Procedures Training Schedule.
Create and update Flight Planning Checklists and Aide Briefs as needed.
Create and maintain aircraft, crew and essential phone numbers related to mission support. Contact local outside agencies to maintain current Andrews Base Operations, US Customs and the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) contact numbers.

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the Operations Coordinator we’re looking for if you have:

An Active Secret Clearance.
Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
A Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
A minimum of five (5) years of experience working in a Navy reserve Unit in the military or as a commercial flight operations coordinator in the coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel; dispatching; using airfield landing and navigational aids; implementing airfield safety procedures; monitoring and maintaining flight records; and applying knowledge of weather information.
Knowledge and ability to coordinate with approved dispatch service agents for air routing structure, airfield services, proficiency with flight planning software and dispatch/scheduling experience in aviation procedures and practices.
Working knowledge of aviation operations, aircrew scheduling, or mission support functions.
Strong logistics coordination experience, including manifesting, travel planning, or cargo handling.
Proficiency with flight management software, operations tracking systems, or mission scheduling tools (e.g., ARMS, GTN, C2 software, or military-specific platforms).
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage shifting priorities under pressure.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.