Field Operations Manager Jobs

Explore Field Operations Manager opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Field Operations Managers coordinate people, processes, and resources across multiple locations or service areas to help organizations deliver consistent, efficient results.

What Does a Field Operations Manager Do?

Field Operations Managers oversee day-to-day activities outside a central office, such as at customer sites, branches, plants, construction projects, or regional service locations. Depending on the industry, they may manage teams and schedules, monitor budgets and performance, support customer relationships, ensure regulatory and safety compliance, and improve operating procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience leading distributed or frontline teams, managing budgets and key performance indicators, and coordinating operational projects. Communication, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making are important, as are industry-specific knowledge and the ability to use reporting, scheduling, and workforce management tools. Requirements vary by employer and field.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Field Operations Managers work across sectors including construction, energy, logistics, telecommunications, manufacturing, utilities, healthcare, and business services. Their responsibilities may focus on regional service delivery, project execution, field sales support, maintenance, or workforce coordination. With experience, professionals may advance to director-level operations, regional leadership, or general management roles.

Find Field Operations Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Field Operations Manager openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by employer, location, responsibilities, and qualifications to find a position aligned with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$202K - $303K *

Lead the charge in shaping the technical vision and architecture for next-gen command and control systems, driving interoperability and competitiveness across mission applications in a dynamic defense...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative avionics display applications, integrating complex systems and ensuring robust verification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions on the Next G...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $131K *

Transform engineering projects by leading design teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across disciplines to drive project success while maintaining effective commu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's pivotal in developing and sustaining mission-critical ground systems for space operations. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure system readiness and operational exce...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engage in a pivotal role supporting advanced C sUAS systems for the U.S. Air Force. Provide on-site technical assistance, maintenance, and training, ensuring operational readiness and system performan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Shape the future of systems engineering by leading cybersecurity assessments and vulnerability analyses for complex DOD systems, ensuring robust defense strategies and fostering client relationships t...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex systems engineering efforts, conducting in-depth cybersecurity assessments, and developing innovative solutions for advanced defense systems while collaboratin...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion innovative network solutions in a dynamic 24/7 environment, ensuring robust support for aerial surveillance systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network performance and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $175K *

Help us lead systems engineering for endpoint management and support across diverse technical environments. This role involves ensuring system integration and lifecycle management while navigating com...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing mission-critical software for satellite operations, ensuring seamless command, monitoring, and coordination across ground networks and space...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's enhancing data integration for the U.S. Coast Guard. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll lead the implementation and maintenance of the Cloud Data Pipeline, ensuring robust data sh...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate security initiatives by leveraging extensive expertise in cyber architecture and network design to enhance system integrity and resilience across platforms and technologies, ensuring operat...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $275K *

Advance high-performance computing solutions by optimizing workflows and supporting scientific modeling. Collaborate with users to enhance HPC capabilities, ensuring efficient data processing and syst...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $275K *

Join a dynamic team as an HPC Software Engineer, focusing on optimizing workflows and enhancing scientific modeling for high-performance computing. Collaborate with users to accelerate research and de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $275K *

Engage in cutting-edge HPC technologies to enhance scientific workflows. Collaborate with users to optimize modeling and simulation software, ensuring efficient use of high-performance computing resou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $225K *

Lead the charge in space vehicle systems engineering, driving design, development, and integration efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to innovate and enhance advanced technology solutions for...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Drive the integration of advanced ground systems, ensuring seamless connectivity between diverse space constellations and ground networks. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver scalable, secur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Lead the development of complex software solutions within an Agile framework, providing technical guidance and support to teams. Drive process improvements and ensure quality standards are met while c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $175K *

Empower secure network infrastructure design and integration across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enhance connectivity while maintaining documentati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by engineering enterprise SIEM solutions that enhance cybersecurity for the U.S. Army. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver secure, scalable capabilities that pro...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you collaborate on innovative electrical designs, progressing from basic tasks to complex projects while ensuring quality and efficiency in a supportive environment...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive the integration and testing of Submarine Combat Systems, ensuring functionality and performance through rigorous testing procedures. Collaborate with engineers to log deficiencies and support va...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on innovative network solutions. Engage in network design, implementation, and maintenance while addressing evolving cybersecurity challenges across divers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and enhance network solutions for critical operations. Leverage your expertise in LAN/WAN protocols and network hardware to support our mission in a fast-pace...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of secure mission systems by developing resilient architectures that ensure critical capabilities under constrained network conditions, leveraging expertise in systems engineering, cy...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Field Operations Manager do?question toggle

    A Field Operations Manager coordinates employees, resources, and processes across field locations or service areas. Responsibilities can include scheduling, performance tracking, budget oversight, safety and compliance, customer support, and operational improvement.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Field Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles call for operations or team leadership experience, strong planning and communication skills, familiarity with budgets and performance metrics, and relevant industry knowledge. Some employers may prefer a degree or specific certifications.

  • Where do Field Operations Managers work?question toggle

    They work in a range of industries, including construction, energy, logistics, telecommunications, manufacturing, utilities, healthcare, and business services. The role often involves overseeing multiple sites, field teams, or regional operations.

  • How can I find Field Operations Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Field Operations Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its location, responsibilities, compensation details, and qualifications.