Joint Exercise Planner (24-056)

CTI is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Joint Exercise Planner to join our team. As a Joint Exercise Planner, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating large-scale joint exercises for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM). You will work closely with military and civilian personnel, as well as representatives from partner nations, to develop exercise objectives, scenarios, and training objectives.

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing various elements of our comprehensive exercise program, focusing on testing and evaluation aspects. This position requires a strong background in exercise planning (scheduling, logistics, and prioritization), experience in test and evaluation processes is highly desirable.

 Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement exercise plans, ensuring alignment with USINDOPACOM objectives and priorities.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders, including USINDOPACOM directorates, Service component commands, government agencies, and private sector partners, to ensure seamless execution.
• Manage the test and evaluation components of exercises, ensuring data collection and analysis meet DoD standards and requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate exercise outcomes, identifying areas for improvement and recommending adjustments to future exercises.
• Provide guidance and support to exercise participants, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports on exercise outcomes, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date on DoD policies, procedures, and regulations related to exercise planning and execution as well as the unique exercise requirements associated with assessment events.

This position requires the ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Requirements

Necessary Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in business management or related field. Or a minimum 7 years of experience in Department of Defense (DoD) exercise planning in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• At least 5 years of experience in exercise planning, coordination, or management, with a strong focus on test and evaluation processes.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Must have an active U.S. government Top Secret security clearance and be SCI eligible. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

 Beneficial Experience and Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations.
• Familiarity with DoD policies, procedures, and regulations related to exercise planning and execution.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Joint Exercise Planner looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's training and readiness, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Benefits

CTI is a rapidly growing company offering the following:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• H.S.A. (partially funded by CTI) and Flex Spending
• Company-paid life insurance/AD&D and disability insurance
• Optional supplemental life, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurances
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• 401k plan with Safe Harbor contribution
• Tuition reimbursement/professional training options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Assistance
• Financial Planning Assistance
• Voluntary Pre-Paid Legal
• Flexible schedules with telecommuting options
• Service awards program

CTI is an Equal Opportunity employer and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.