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Chief Operating Officer

Caliola Engineering, LLC
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026
**Chief�Operating�Officer**

  • City/State:**�Colorado�Springs,�CO�USA
  • Type�and�Schedule:**�Full-Time,�Salary/Exempt,�On-Site
  • Annualized�Salary�Range:�$**181,688�-�$305,864�(commensurate�with�experience).
  • About�Us:**�Caliola�is�a�woman-owned�small�business�that�is�improving�and�protecting�our�Nation's�way�of�life�through
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developing�and�delivering�trusted�solutions�for�mission-critical�communications.�We�seek�teammates�who�share�our�

Core�values

**I3�for�C3�-�Insight,�Innovation,�and�Integrity�for�Command,�Control,�and�Communications**

These values guide how we work every day. At Caliola, you will find technically challenging, mission-focused work within a flexible and collaborative culture that is uncommon in the defense industry. We offer flexible PTO, subsidized health insurance, 401(k) matching, professional development, and a competitive compensation structure designed to support long-term growth.

Our performance has driven rapid growth and national recognition, being named twice to the Deloitte Technology Fast 500? and inclusion on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies. We have also been recognized as a Colorado Company to Watch, a�ColoradoBiz�Top Company in Aerospace & Defense, and the #2 Gazette's Best Workplace (medium size) in 2025.

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, we�operate�in a leading aerospace and defense hub with proximity to major military installations. Set against the Rocky Mountains, the region offers year-round outdoor recreation and a high quality of life for professionals and families considering relocation.

As�a�part�of�our�selection�process,�we�ask�all�applicants�to�complete�a�short,�10-12 minute�survey�from�Culture�Index.�

This�is�a�survey,�not�a�test;�no�passing�or�failing.�The�purpose�of�this�survey�is�to�identify�your�unique�strengths�as�they�relate�to�our�open�positions.�Please�copy�and�paste�the�following�link�into�a�separate�browser�window�to�complete:�

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  • Position�Description:**�

The�Chief�Operating�Officer�(COO)�will�translate�the�CEO's�strategic�vision�into�actionable,�day-to day�operations�

across�Caliola.�This�executive�leader�is�tasked�with�driving�operational�efficiency,�fostering�key�talent,�and�

ensuring�rigorous�adherence�to�the�security�and�compliance�standards�vital�for�the�defense�sector.�The�COO's�primary�mandate�is�to�oversee�Caliola's�core�operational�pillars-Business�Development,�Engineering,�and�Business�

Operations- ensuring�seamless�alignment�with�the�company's�strategic�growth�targets,�financial�objectives,�

and�established�core�values.

Essential�Responsibilities

Execute�the�CEO's�strategic�vision�by�leading�day-to day�operations�across�Caliola�within�the�Entrepreneurial�

Operating�System�(EOS),�ensuring�alignment�between�strategy,�execution,�and�results.

Provide�Leadership,�Management,�and�Accountability�(LMA)�for�the�key�business�unit�leaders,�ensuring�consistent�

execution,�performance�accountability,�and�cross-functional�alignment.

Drive�sustainable,�year-over-year�revenue�and�profit�growth�while�maintaining�operational�discipline,�risk�management,�

and�compliance�within�the�defense�contracting�environment.

Own�profit�and�loss�(P&L)�performance�and�overall�financial�health,�including�budgeting,�forecasting,�cash�flow�management,�and�margin�performance,�to�include�adherence�and�compliance�with�GAAP�and�CAS�(as�applicable).

Ensure�compliant�and�competitive�cost�structure�and�pricing�strategies,�including�indirect�rate�management,�

cost�recovery,�and�readiness�for�audits�by�Defense�Contract�Audit�Agency�(DCAA)�and�other�oversight�bodies.

Lead�continuous�impro ement�of�enterprise-wide�operational�processes,�with�emphasis�on�scalability,�efficiency,�

and�integration�across�functional�organizations.

Oversee�and�maintain�best-in-class�employee�benefits,�to�include�professional�development�to�drive�employee�

retention�and�maintain�low�turnover.

Develop,�mentor,�and�retain�senior�leaders,�reinforcing�Caliola's�core�values�and�building�organizational�depth�to�

support�growth�and�project�execution.

Oversee�quality�management�systems�and�assurance�activities�(e.g.,�AS9100,�ISO),�ensuring�consistent�delivery�of�

high-reliability�products�and�services.

Ensure�strong�supply�chain,�contract,�and�subcontract�management�to�meet�cost,�quality,�and�security�requirements.

Direct�operational,�physical,�and�information�security�programs,�including�Caliola's�secure�spaces,�secure�networks,�

facility�clearance,�and�personnel�security�processes.

Ensure�enterprise�compliance�with�applicable�government�regulations�and�standards,�including�but�not�limited�to�ITAR/EAR,�FAR,�DFARS,�NISPOM,�CUI�handling�requirements,�and�CMMC.

Serve�as�the�primary�operational�interface�with�US�Government�customers,�Contracting�Officers,�Defense�Contract�

Management�Agency�(DCMA),�DCAA�and�Defense�Counterintelligence�and�Security�Agency�(DCSA).

Ensure�operational�readiness�and�scalability�of�the�primary�Caliola�business�systems�(e.g.,�Accounting,�Purchasing,�

Government�Property,�Estimating,�Earned�Value�Management,�and�Material�Management�and�Accounting�Systems),�

contract�vehicles,�cleared�facilities,�personnel�security�clearances,�and�company�certifications.

What�We�Require

BS�in�Electrical�Engineering,�Computer�Science,�or�related�work�experience.

Prior experience in an�executive role at a�Department of War (DoW)�contractor.

Deep�understanding�of�DoW�contracting,�program�delivery,�the�federal�acquisition�process,�and�its�impact�on�business�operations.

A�strong�understanding�of�the�relevant�high-tech�domains�(e.g.,�military�satellite�and�secure�communications)�to�effectively�lead�technical�teams�and�make�informed�decisions.

Ability�to�work�under�pressure�and�manage�challenging�situations�with�grace�and�professionalism.

Demonstrated�trustworthiness,�sound�judgment,�and�unquestionable�loyalty�to�the�U.S.�are�paramount�due�to�the�sensitive�nature�of�the�work.

Ability�to�effectively�lead�a�geographically�distributed�team�from�Caliola's�headquarters�in�Colorado�Springs,�CO.

Must�be�able�to�obtain�a�US�Top�Secret�security�clearance.

What�We�Value

MS�in�Electrical�Engineering,�Computer�Science,�or�related�work�experience.

Master�of�Business�Administration�or�Doctor�of�Law.

Active�US�Secret�or�Top-Secret�security�clearance.

Strong�grounding�in�EOS�or�a�similar�operational�framework.

Prior�military�service.

Minimum�Physical�Requirements

Must�possess�excellent�verbal�and�written�communication�skills�in�English.

Ability�to�sit�or�stand�for�extended�periods�and�transition�between�the�two�as�required.

Ability�to�lift�and/or�move�up�to�25�pounds�occasionally.

Ability�to�bend,�stoop,�reach,�and�navigate�stairs�or�uneven�surfaces�during�site�visits.

Dexterity�to�grasp,�handle,�and�manipulate�small�items�such�as�laptops,�cellphones,�USB�drives,�business�cards,�and�documents.

Ability�to�travel�periodically,�including�by�car�or�airplane,�to�company�sites,�customer�locations,�and�strategic�meetings.

Ability�to�maintain�focus�and�attention�to�detail�during�extended�operational,�financial,�and�strategic�planning�sessions.

*Please�contact�Human�Resources�with�questions�about�ADA?accommodations.*

  • Expression�of�Interest:**�By�applying�to�this�job,�you�are�expressing�interest�in�this�position�and�could�be�considered�for�other�career�opportunities�at�Caliola�Engineering.�Should�a�match�be�identified�between�your�skillset�and�Caliola's�requirements�for�this�or�a�future�opening,�you�may�be�contacted.
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