Joint Readiness and Exercise Planner Vandenberg AFB, CA

Joint Readiness and Exercise Planner

The Opportunity:

As a defense mission professional, you ask questions others don’t. You understand the nuances of complex situations. You use your skills to think bigger and push further, solving complex problems. We’re looking for an expert like you to create solutions for missions that keep our nation safe.

As a defense mission professional, you’ll bring your operational, planning, test, and exercise background to work on projects for the client. As a space readiness and exercise planner, you will play a pivotal role in the planning and execution of military exercises, ensuring the readiness and effectiveness of their forces. You will have the opportunity to apply your expertise in military planning processes, including the five paragraph standard orders format and the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), to develop and implement comprehensive exercise directives. You'll work in a collaborative environment, contribute to the enhancement of military capabilities, and make a tangible impact on operational readiness.

Join us in helping to shape the future of military readiness and preparedness through innovative exercise planning and execution.

You served your country—now, continue your mission with us. Grow your career with us as you help solve complex design, integration, and analytical problems for our client.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

• 5+ years of experience with operational and technical military planning, development, coordination, and execution of Joint, Coalition, and Service participation in Combatant Command operations, exercises, demonstrations, experiments, or real-world operations

• Experience supporting the planning and execution of Tier Exercises in accordance with Joint Publication 5-0 and the Joint Planning Process

• Experience with military staff operations, including Joint and Service processes, conducting training assessments, and measuring expertise

• Experience with exercise design, coordination, and execution, including events at the tactical, operational, and strategic levels

• Knowledge of the Joint Training Program (JTP) and JELC doctrine and processes

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Ability to articulate exercise directives and initiate directives

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

• TS/SCI clearance

• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience coordinating and facilitating military exercises at various levels

• Experience with simulation and modeling tools used in military planning and analysis

• Experience with Space Operations

• Knowledge of U.S. Space Force and U.S. Space Command operations

• Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in military planning and exercise design

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Completion of Military Planning and Operations training

• Military Planning and Operations Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $84,600.00 to $193,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.