Senior Exercise Planner

Senior Exercise Planner

WWC Global, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking a Senior Exercise Planner to serve on a contract supporting the Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM).

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Leading development, coordination, and execution of realistic, high-fidelity joint and service-level exercises that test operational concepts, contingency plans, and warfighting readiness.
• Applying expertise in joint and Marine Corps doctrine to integrate MAGTF and combined/joint force elements throughout exercise design, execution, and assessment.
• Managing all phases of the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC): requirements analysis, concept and scenario development, event design, scripting, execution, after-action assessment, and lessons learned integration.
• Developing complex, realistic exercise scenarios incorporating multi-domain operations, cyber, logistics, and coalition/interagency play.
• Gathering and analyzing data throughout the exercise (including observer/controller reports and participant feedback) to produce actionable recommendations and after-action reports that inform future planning and drive operational improvement.
• Serving as a key interface between Higher and subordinate HQs, other service components, and external partners-including allied and coalition forces-to ensure exercise alignment and interoperability.
• Ensuring all exercises reflect current U.S. military policy, established doctrine, command guidance, and current operational priorities.
• Preparing and delivering briefings for leadership, distilling complex exercise objectives, outcomes, and recommendations in clear, actionable formats.

This position is contingent on award.

Anticipated salary range: $96,000 - $120,000

Work Environment:

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to work in confined areas.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• 0-10% / Occasional travel.

WWC Global, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At WWC Global, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. WWC Global is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

WWC Global will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team .

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in national security, military studies, operations research, or closely related field.
• 5 years' experience supporting joint or service-level exercises within Marine higher headquarters, with hands-on involvement in planning, execution, and after-action review.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) and DoD/Service-level exercise regulations and processes.
• Familiarity with Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) structure, roles, command relationships, and operational doctrine.
• Experience developing and managing complex exercise scenarios and delivering post-exercise analysis/lessons learned integration.
• Proficiency with standard DoD planning tools, Microsoft Office suite, and classified/secure communications systems.
• Current, active Secret clearance.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification .
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. WWC Global will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position .

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in strategic studies, defense analysis, or related field.
• Current, active TS/SCI clearance.
• 5-8 years supporting joint, combined, or service-level exercises at a Marine higher headquarters (e.g., MARFORPAC, MEF, Division, or equivalent command) including direct involvement with multi-component, international, or combined exercises.
• Completion of Joint Professional Military Education (JPME I/II), Command and Staff College, or Marine Corps equivalent.
• Success in roles requiring coordination with interagency, coalition, or partner-nation military forces.
• Formal certification in Joint Exercise Planning or related DoD training.

Benefits

WWC Global offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

*Eligibility requirements apply