Job Requirements
Germany
Top Secret/SCI CI Polygraph
Career Level not specified
$99,300 - $208,600
Job Description
Job Title: AFRICOM - Space Systems Planner
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular-Long Term Assignment
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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The Opportunity:
We are seeking a highly skilled Space Operations Planner to join our team supporting USAFRICOM's Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Cell (JEMSOC) within the J39 Info & Cyberspace Ops Division. The ideal candidate will provide subject-matter expertise at the intersection of space operations and the electromagnetic operational environment (EME), advancing USAFRICOM's mission through rigorous analysis, integration, and planning for communications, sensing, and electronic warfare effects.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to directly influence joint planning and operations by integrating space effects across the electromagnetic spectrum. Join us in shaping operational outcomes for USAFRICOM-bringing rigor, innovation, and mission focus to the J39/JEMSOC team.
Responsibilities:
• Perform as a core member of the AFRICOM JEMSOC team, delivering space operations expertise tied to military operations and EME management.
• Support contingency and crisis planning, refining and coordinating staff packages that integrate space effects across joint operations.
• Analyze electromagnetic interference and space-system technologies to assess impacts on EME and inform command planning.
• Design, analyze, model, and assist component commands with implementation of space-system operations for communications, sensing, and electromagnetic warfare.
• Develop the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) and Space staff estimate and other planning documents to facilitate course of action development, and inform resourcing requests from AFRICOM.
• Develop and refine documents characterizing capability gaps to inform command and component resourcing with respect to space operations and space related systems.
• Coordinate information sharing and planning with USAFRICOM components and partners, incorporating space equities into strategic and operational activities, including COA development and war-gaming when required.
• Integrate with broader space operations initiatives (e.g., USSPACEFOR-EURAF, SETAF-AF) and contribute to SAP/STO-related planning and analysis as applicable.
• Prepare briefings and respond to RFIs in support of Government requirements; participate in Joint Planning Groups/Teams as needed.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
• TS/SCI required.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in space operations/space systems engineering, electromagnetic spectrum operations, or related defense fields, to include Combatant Commands.
• Demonstrated experience and strong understanding of electromagnetic warfare as it pertains to space systems and EME management.
• Experience integrating space effects into joint plans and exercises at the Combatant Command level in support of the warfighter.
• Demonstrated expertise in space-system effects; ability to translate technical results into operational plans and estimates.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills; proven ability to produce staff estimates, concepts of operations, and operational planning documentation for senior decision-makers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to operate within cross-functional teams (JEMSOC, J39, components, and partners).
• CONOP and COA development/war-gaming, and crisis operations support within space operations contexts.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance; willingness to submit to CI polygraph; willingness to support OCONUS travel and comply with Government travel/security processes (LOAs/APACS/SPOTS/visas).
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience using appropriate tools to evaluate space-system decisions, capabilities, and requirements; translate findings into planning artifacts.
• Familiarity with USAFRICOM operational constructs.
• Experience with Army, Navy and/or Marine space capabilities, service space warfare qualification.
• Practical proficiency with planning tools used for space operations planning and capability analysis.
• Exposure to SAP/STO planning.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range :
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$99,300 - 208,600 USD
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular-Long Term Assignment
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
* * *
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a highly skilled Space Operations Planner to join our team supporting USAFRICOM's Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Cell (JEMSOC) within the J39 Info & Cyberspace Ops Division. The ideal candidate will provide subject-matter expertise at the intersection of space operations and the electromagnetic operational environment (EME), advancing USAFRICOM's mission through rigorous analysis, integration, and planning for communications, sensing, and electronic warfare effects.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to directly influence joint planning and operations by integrating space effects across the electromagnetic spectrum. Join us in shaping operational outcomes for USAFRICOM-bringing rigor, innovation, and mission focus to the J39/JEMSOC team.
Responsibilities:
• Perform as a core member of the AFRICOM JEMSOC team, delivering space operations expertise tied to military operations and EME management.
• Support contingency and crisis planning, refining and coordinating staff packages that integrate space effects across joint operations.
• Analyze electromagnetic interference and space-system technologies to assess impacts on EME and inform command planning.
• Design, analyze, model, and assist component commands with implementation of space-system operations for communications, sensing, and electromagnetic warfare.
• Develop the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) and Space staff estimate and other planning documents to facilitate course of action development, and inform resourcing requests from AFRICOM.
• Develop and refine documents characterizing capability gaps to inform command and component resourcing with respect to space operations and space related systems.
• Coordinate information sharing and planning with USAFRICOM components and partners, incorporating space equities into strategic and operational activities, including COA development and war-gaming when required.
• Integrate with broader space operations initiatives (e.g., USSPACEFOR-EURAF, SETAF-AF) and contribute to SAP/STO-related planning and analysis as applicable.
• Prepare briefings and respond to RFIs in support of Government requirements; participate in Joint Planning Groups/Teams as needed.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
• TS/SCI required.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in space operations/space systems engineering, electromagnetic spectrum operations, or related defense fields, to include Combatant Commands.
• Demonstrated experience and strong understanding of electromagnetic warfare as it pertains to space systems and EME management.
• Experience integrating space effects into joint plans and exercises at the Combatant Command level in support of the warfighter.
• Demonstrated expertise in space-system effects; ability to translate technical results into operational plans and estimates.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills; proven ability to produce staff estimates, concepts of operations, and operational planning documentation for senior decision-makers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to operate within cross-functional teams (JEMSOC, J39, components, and partners).
• CONOP and COA development/war-gaming, and crisis operations support within space operations contexts.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance; willingness to submit to CI polygraph; willingness to support OCONUS travel and comply with Government travel/security processes (LOAs/APACS/SPOTS/visas).
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience using appropriate tools to evaluate space-system decisions, capabilities, and requirements; translate findings into planning artifacts.
• Familiarity with USAFRICOM operational constructs.
• Experience with Army, Navy and/or Marine space capabilities, service space warfare qualification.
• Practical proficiency with planning tools used for space operations planning and capability analysis.
• Exposure to SAP/STO planning.
-
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range :
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$99,300 - 208,600 USD
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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