Amentum

Exercise Planner

Amentum$135K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 5+ years of DOD experience
  • 3+ years in USPACOM AOR
  • Expertise in JELC and METL development
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft applications
  • Active Top-Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility required

Responsibilities

  • Track exercise program management for COMPACFLT N37
  • Support planning and documentation for Fleet and Joint Exercises
  • Develop and review exercise plans and objectives
  • Assist in managing the exercise JELC through execution
  • Provide logistical support for exercise planning and coordination
  • Maintain relevant exercise web pages and calendars
  • Liaise with external agencies regarding exercise data

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
Amentum is seeking a dynamic and highly qualified Exercise Planner to provide technical services to perform operational war planning analysis, exercise support, and project management associated with efficient execution and management in support of COMPACFLT N37.

You would be an excellent candidate for this position if you:
  • Enjoy working in a fast-paced, high impact, dynamic environment
  • Are self-motivated, but have experience and a desire to work with a team to successfully achieve objectives
  • Have experience and knowledge in exercise planning and like to travel
  • The PACFLT exercise planner will perform operational war planning analysis, exercise support, and project management in support of the COMPACFLT N3.


Primary Roles and Responsibilities
  • Track and inform COMPACFLT N37 Director, Fleet and Joint Exercises, on all aspects of exercise program management, including any program deficiencies that may impact the attainment of exercise training goals and objectives.
  • Support the COMPACFLT N37 Fleet and Joint Exercises in the planning, liaison with supporting and supported commands, management, execution, and documentation of all exercises in which COMPACFLT leads as Organization Conducting the Event (OCE) or is involved.
  • Develop or review general exercise/deployment plans and specific exercise programs, exercise objectives, concepts, Mission Essential Task Lists (METLs), Joint Training and Synchronization, Significant Military Exercise/Event Briefs, manning documents, table of organization, force lists, and support TPFDD validation.
  • Provide recommendations on establishing the exercise JELC, assist in managing the JELC through exercise execution, draft exercise documents for review, draft inputs to and review exercise briefs, and battle rhythm events.
  • Provide exercise planning conference and execution support, including administration, set up coordination, logistics, joint manning development, strategic movement, communications support, cost estimation, visit requests, security authorization lists, assessing performance and all issues affecting coordination, planning and executing the JELC.
  • Provide operational management support for the JTIMS, COMPACFLT JMETL training, and exercise lessons learned programs.
  • Design, populate, and maintain the N37 Fleet Exercise SIPRNET web page, related exercise and joint event life cycle (JELC) calendars, information papers, and information briefs when directed by the Government.
  • Provide liaison for COMPACFLT in all matters regarding exercise data with "outside" agencies, to include related intelligence agencies, commercially contracted agencies and military program offices/commands.
  • Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of assigned joint and fleet exercises through the development of exercise documents, AMHS messages, and associated briefings as well as Master Scenario Events Lists (MSEL) training events and associated injection implementers designed to shape the flow of exercise events and training objectives.
  • Support assigned Fleet Exercise Officers by providing inputs to support exercise-related management of SIF, JETP, Strategic Lift (STRATLIFT), and PHIT programs. This support shall include reviewing exercise funding and gathering and compiling related data and recommending prioritization of exercise-related funding requirements.
  • Provide administrative management support to the Exercise STRATLIFT Program Coordinator and related JOPES TPFDD transportation coordination functions
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Approximately 30% travel annually, both to Mainland U.S. and Allied and Partner nations, in support of conferences, planning sessions, and Exercises.


Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of 5 years DOD experience.
  • At least 3 years' experience in USPACOM AOR.
  • Experience with JELC, to include JTIMS entries and METL development.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft applications.
  • Ability to effectively interface with various levels of employees and management.
  • Must have an active Top-Secret clearance, with TS/SCI eligibility later during employment. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain Top-Secret Clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Two or more years' experience as a Navy or Joint Exercise Planner.
  • Minimum of 5 years U.S. Navy experience.
  • Familiarity with U.S Navy and joint logistics concepts and frameworks.
  • Master's Degree from an accredited college, university, or Graduation from a military command and staff college.


Compensation & Benefits

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $135K - $160K (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com

Compensation Details:
$135K - $160K

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
07/09/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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