USfalcon has an exciting opportunity for a
Military Operations Planner, Senior to support USSTRATCOM at
Offutt AFB, NE.
JOB SUMMARY:The Senior Military Operations Planner develops, analyzes, and refines operational and strategic-level plans supporting USSTRATCOM core missions. This includes conducting graduate-level analysis, synthesizing Joint doctrine, aligning plans with national-level strategies, and producing senior-level briefings and written products. The planner integrates National Military Strategy, Joint Staff guidance, CCMD campaign plans, and USSTRATCOM operations into coherent planning frameworks that support exercises, operations, and real-world contingencies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:- Apply expert knowledge of Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP), deterrence theory, strategic environment analysis, and planning-in-crisis methodologies
- Develop, refine, and maintain campaign and operations assessments; enter logical, defendable assessments into applicable databases
- Produce graduate-level quality briefs and written reports with in-depth analysis supported by research and operational data
- Conduct mission analysis for CCMD-level operations, activity, and investment (OAI) planning teams
- Collaborate with OSW, Joint Staff, CCMDs, Interagency partners, and international organizations on operational planning and assessment integration
- Develop strategy-to-task frameworks linking national-level guidance to operational and tactical actions
- Participate in wargames, exercises, operational planning teams, and crisis action planning reviews
- Support briefing preparation and presentation of assessment findings to senior leaders
- Maintain a working knowledge of National Defense Strategy, Unified Command Plan, Nuclear Posture Review, Joint Strategic Campaign Plans, and related strategic documents
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Minimum 12 years of practical Department of War military operations experience
- At least 3 years working at the Office of the Secretary of War, Joint Staff, CCMD, Service, or MAJCOM
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an operations planner
- Operations center experience required (e.g., GOC, command center, battle staff)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain accountability for classified material
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience supporting strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, global strike, or major combat operations planning
- Experience producing senior-level operational estimates, orders, and strategic documents
- Demonstrated ability to integrate diplomatic, informational, military, and economic factors into planning
- JPME II Graduate (highly desired)
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: - Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
REQUIRED CLEARANCE: TS/SCI
TRAVEL: TBD
Benefits Offered: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, parental leave, pet insurance, paid time off, and holidays.