Military Operations Planner, Senior Jobs

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 methodologiesDevelop, refine, and maintain campaign and operations assessments; enter logical, defendable assessments into applicable databasesProduce graduate-level quality briefs and written reports with in-depth analysis supported by research and operational dataConduct mission analysis for CCMD-level operations, activity, and investment (OAI) planning teamsCollaborate with OSW, Joint Staff, CCMDs, Interagency partners, and international organizations on operational planning and assessment integrationDevelop strategy-to-task frameworks linking national-level guidance to operational and tactical actionsParticipate in wargames, exercises, operational planning teams, and crisis action planning reviewsSupport briefing preparation and presentation of assessment findings to senior leadersMaintain a working knowledge of National Defense Strategy, Unified Command Plan, Nuclear Posture Review, Joint Strategic Campaign Plans, and related strategic documentsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum 12 years of practical Department of War military operations experienceAt least 3 years working at the Office of the Secretary of War, Joint Staff, CCMD, Service, or MAJCOMMinimum 2 years of experience as an operations plannerOperations center experience required (e.g., GOC, command center, battle staff) Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to maintain accountability for classified materialPREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience supporting strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, global strike, or major combat operations planningExperience producing senior-level operational estimates, orders, and strategic documentsDemonstrated ability to integrate diplomatic, informational, military, and economic factors into planningJPME II Graduate (highly desired)

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferredREQUIRED 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.