Job DescriptionDescription SAIC is currently seeking a
Joint Exercise Planner located at
Camp Smith in Honolulu, Hawaii to support the
USINDOPACOM J73 with orchestrating the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) planning and efficient execution of designated USINDOPACOM J732 exercises, Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) Exercises Branch.
NOTE: International travel up to 30% of the year may be required to support the planning and execution of designated exercises.JOB DESCRIPTION: - Support USINDOPACOM J732 and associated organizations as a Joint Theater Security Cooperation Exercise Planner to plan, direct, monitor and assess designated high-end exercises which may include, but not limited to: COBRA GOLD, TIGER TRIUMPH, VALIANT PACIFIC.
- Support the designated Organizations Conducting the Exercise (OCE) and the USINDOPACOM J732 Branch Chief by maintaining a deliberate plan of action with milestones in addition to exercise control training briefs, exercise planning deliverables, and exercise planning work group organizational requirements for all planning events (EDM, CDC, IPC, MPC, FPC) during the JELC.
- Perform Senior Control functions for the Exercise Control Group (ECG) during event execution.
- Ensure coordination with staff and other organizations to support the ECG with proper personnel during planning and execution leveraging the Joint Manning Document (JMD) process.
- Ensure coordination with staff and other organizations to support exercise events with proper facilities, equipment, and forces to enable achievement of exercise objectives.
- Develop, implement, and maintain efficient protocols, processes, and procedures in support of exercise planning and execution including authoring exercise directives (PLANORD/EXORD) and Exercise Control Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Lead exercise work group planning meetings with all stakeholders and In-Progress Reviews (IPRs) with senior leaders.
- Maintain associated J732 exercise information data sites and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) related to designated exercise.
- Produce exercise orders or directives to facilitate guidance for exercise planning.
- Facilitate the development and integration of key leader engagements, messaging, and demonstrations into training, exercises, and experimentation events.
- Leverage appropriate tools in support of the JELC such as Task Management System (TMS), Joint Training Tool (JTT), MAVEN Smart System (MSS) and other related databases or systems.
Qualifications REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:- Bachelor's and ten (10)+ years of relevant experience; additional four (4) years of experience accepted in lieu of degree.
- Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Phase I complete; two (2) years of experience on a joint operational/strategic headquarters staff accepted in lieu of JPME Phase I.
- Thorough knowledge of the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) and associated requirements to plan and execute Staff Exercises (STAFFEX), Field Training Exercises (FTX) and/or Command Post Exercises (CPX).
- Proven experience in an operations management role with oversight of projects and maintenance of timelines.
- Experience in operations planning with US Armed Services, including joint assignments and working with Allies and Partner countries.
REQUIRED CLEARANCE:- Must have an Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Must be a current US Citizen.
DESIRED SKILLSET:- Experience with Live-Virtual-Constructive training events desired.
- Experience working with partner country military forces desired.
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
