Air Defense Artillery Operations Analyst

SAIC; Fort Bliss (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks an experienced Air Defense Artillery Operations Analyst to join our team supporting the 32nd Army Air Missile Defense Command at Fort Bliss, Texas. The role supports the Operations Center, ensuring real-time situational awareness and continuity of operations across USCENTCOM AOR.

The successful candidate will coordinate with multiple commands, prepare the Commander’s Update Brief, and track reports and CCIRs, while maintaining critical communication systems and producing timely

Qualifications

• 10+ years in military ops or DoD/government support.
• 12 months of Air and Missile Defense at battalion level or higher.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and producing reports in various formats.
• Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support 24/7 OPCEN operations and coordinate with Combatant Commands, Army Commands, Joint Task Forces, and coalition forces to maintain situational awareness.
• Prepare and deliver the Commander’s Update Brief (CUB) and other briefings to leadership.
• Collect, analyze, and consolidate operational data for executive summaries and situational updates.
• Track Serious Incident Reports (SIRs), CCIRs, and major exercises or deployments.
• Maintain round-the-clock monitoring of key military communication systems to ensure readiness and continuity.
• Coordinate with component command centers on readiness, emergencies, and training status.
• Prepare and distribute the SITREP and assist in maintaining continuity books and drills.
• Maintain proficiency with audiovisual systems and other tools critical to daily operations.

Skills

Operational analysis

Military operations

Communication

Coordination

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Air Defense Artillery Operations Analyst to join our team supporting the 32nd Army Air Missile Defense Command at Fort Bliss, Texas.

This position is integral to the Operations Center (OPCEN), supporting real-time military operations across the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR). The successful candidate will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure smooth communication, sustained situational awareness, and operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support 24/7 operations within a high-tempo operations center, coordinating with Combatant Commands, Army Commands, Joint Task Forces, and coalition forces to maintain situational awareness.
• Prepare and deliver the Commander’s Update Brief (CUB) and other operational briefings, including O&I and synchronization meetings, to provide clear and actionable information to leadership.
• Collect, analyze, and consolidate operational data from subordinate commands and staff for executive summaries and situational updates.
• Track Serious Incident Reports (SIRs), Commander’s Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs), and major military exercises or deployments.
• Maintain awareness of global events impacting operations and provide timely analysis for decision-makers.
• Ensure round-the-clock monitoring of key military communication systems (NIPR, SIPR, AMHS, Mission Command systems) to ensure operational readiness and continuity.
• Coordinate with component command centers on operational issues, readiness, emergency updates, and training status.
• Prepare and distribute the Situational Report (SITREP) and assist in the maintenance of operational continuity books, battle drills, and other tracking tools.
• Maintain proficiency with audiovisual systems and other automated tools critical to daily operations.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelors and ten (10) years or more of related experience; Masters and eight (8) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and five (5) years or more experience.

Required Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in military operations or direct support to military/government customers.
  Minimum of 12 months of Air and Missile Defense experience at the battalion level or higher; preferably experience in Battalion, Brigade, or AAMDC Operations Center; or at a Service Component or Combatant Command HQ.
• Proven experience working in a contractor role supporting DoD or government agencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to produce reports and deliverables in various formats (digital matrices, web-enabled formats).
• Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills are essential.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with military operations, particularly within a combatant command structure.
• Experience working with operational command systems and tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Clearance:

• Active Secret clearance required.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.