What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deployment Manager position at Logistics Management Institute?
Overview:
LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed. Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.
Responsibilities:
LMI seeks a skilled Deployment Manager responsible for assisting Customs and Border Protection (CBP), US Border Patrol (USBP) to execute its tactical infrastructure construction, maintenance, and repair program, which generally consists of the life cycle planning and execution of construction, maintenance and repair along the borders of the United States. This position will support the deployment of the Program Management Office Directorate (PMOD) Subterranean Portfolio Linear Ground Detection System (LGDS) program at remote border locations. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on delivering practical and efficient solutions to help our client keep U.S. borders safe and facilitate trade and travel. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to provide “eyes and ears” technology to protect our nation. Position is remote with approximately 50% CONUS travel required.
LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed. Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.
Responsibilities:
You will serve as a deployment manager for the client’s linear technology. You will facilitate the clients technology construction deployments by:
- Serving as agency representative for assigned project(s), responsible for a successful execution of the LGDS Program
- Being responsible for successful project execution including management of scope, schedule, budget, risk, and contractor performance
- Being responsible for ensuring timely elevation of project issues through the Planning and Project Execution Team for resolution
- Identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks, issues, and opportunities for assigned project(s)
- Serving as the project expert and spokesperson for the project(s) with responsibility to present, explain, and defend program management issues and directions to higher-level official in CBP, DHS, and other government agencies and interested public groups as requested by the Program Manager.
- Collaborating with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Aviation Agency (FAA), Engineering, Business Management, key stakeholders, and other offices throughout the project life cycles
- Coordinating all project related outreach efforts
- Background Investigation: Active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation required.
- Education & Experience: Master’s degree in business, management, finance, or information management with 10 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience, or High School diploma with 25 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in: Deploying technology systems and construction management, remote sensor maintenance and/or repair, and/or Civil/site design.
- Experienced leader with: 3-5 years in a related team-lead role with 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
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Technical Knowledge:
- Knowledge of MD-102.
- Understanding of NEPA and federal real estate clearance process.
- Engineering and project management for DHS or DoD in communications and sensor technology.
- Technical Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
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Excellent Communication & Problem-Solving skills with the ability to make informed decisions.
- Strong organizational Skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Experienced in managing multiple projects with independent schedules and budgets.
- Travel: Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time.