Air Operations Planning Analyst, MCoE G3

Yorktown Systems Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an experienced Air Operations Planning Analyst to support the U.S. Army’s Maneuver Center of Excellence at Fort Benning, GA. This full-time role involves planning air operations, coordinating equipment requests, and ensuring compliance with military protocol. Candidates must have extensive knowledge in air operations, possess strong communication skills, and hold an Active Secret Clearance. The position also requires travel for various operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Specialized skills in Air Operations Planning tasks required.
• Experience with Army air operations mandatory.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate requests for equipment and communications for training programs.
• Draft memorandums of instruction for air training operations.
• Track and maintain flight hour availability and reconcile requests.

Skills

Air Operations Planning

Military Correspondence

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

File Management

Job description

Air Operations Planning Analyst, MCoE G3

Yorktown Systems Group is seeking a highly qualified Air Operations Planning Analyst to support the U.S. Army’s Maneuver Center of Excellence (MCoE) G‑3 mission at Fort Benning, GA. The G‑3 organization encompasses multi‑functional services, with numerous locations across Fort Benning. Critical G‑3 functions include planning and scheduling for air operations, ceremonies and special events, staff inspection program, long‑range planning calendar, and the Digital Training Management System. Other support functions include strategic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all requests for equipment, communications, and special equipment for United States Infantry and Armor Schools programs of instruction and related support for parachute operations and rotary‑winged operations, ensuring all requests are processed within 48 hours of receipt.
• Draft, staff, and upon approval by the Chief, G‑3 Training Division, finalize memorandum of instruction for Joint Airborne/Air Transportability Training (JA/ATT) conducted at the MCoE schools and units. Memorandum must be composed of accurate information, in accordance with AR 25‑50, and posted within 48 hours of approval by the G‑3 Training Division Chief.
• Process all requests for resources and exceptions to policies for all MCoE schools and units for approval by the G‑3 or designated representative. Track all requests for air support and post to SharePoint as required for unit visibility.
• Coordinate with Army staff sections to provide resources for the MCoE G‑3 to meet unanticipated and rapid‑turnaround requirements and missions pertaining to airborne operations.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, surveys, charts, graphs, and tables from rough drafts into final form or intermediate draft in varying electronic media formats (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Publisher). Submittal to the COR for review and approval. All documents must be composed of accurate information, in accordance with AR 25‑50 and TR 1‑11. No more than two rewrites allowed before signature.
• Serve as the MCoE G‑3 Joint Air Logistics Information System (JALIS) scheduler for the MCoE, Infantry, and Armor senior officer military air transportation.
• Track and maintain flight hour availability, reconcile requests between POI support and non‑POI support, maintain a record of flight hours and available funding on SharePoint, and balance hours and funding when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Possess specialized skills, knowledge, and abilities required for Air Operations Planning tasks.
• Experience in all facets of Army air operations.
• Experience in military correspondence, basic file management, and organizing skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written), and ability to work cooperatively with military/civilian workforce.
• Working knowledge and understanding of military protocol and chain of command.
• Former Senior NCO or Officer with relevant air operations planning experience is preferred.

Clearance

Active Secret Clearance is required.

Travel

Travel will be required.

Job Type

Full‑Time

Exemption Type

Exempt

Category

Contractors

EEO Statement

Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its wholly‑owned subsidiaries, are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or other non‑merit‑based factor, or other characteristics protected by law. As part of the company’s equal employment opportunity policy, Yorktown Systems Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. The Unconventional, LLC is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.