C-UAS Training and Exercise Planner

CACI; Hawaii; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a C-UAS Training and Exercise Planner to support USINDOPACOM, DEVCOM, and the C5ISR Center in countering evolving unmanned aircraft threats in the Indo-Pacific region.

You will develop CONOPS, planning products, and concise briefing materials for senior leaders, coordinating with joint forces, partner nations, and interagency partners to synchronize C-UAS activities. Expect travel and frequent collaboration with military and government partners.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• BA/BS with 6 years of related experience; or AA/AS and 8 years; or HS/GED and 10+ years.
• Prior Combatant Command planning experience in military planning or C-UAS operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine command-level planning products for C-UAS operations.
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Skills

Combatant Command experience

Joint operations experience

Analytical thinking

Briefing senior leaders

Interagency coordination

Written communication

Education

BA/BS with related experience

AA/AS with related experience

HS/GED with related experience

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Maven

C2IE

Job description

Job Title: C-UAS Training and Exercise Planner

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular-Rotational Traveler

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a C-UAS Training and Exercise Planner to support T2COM, DEVCOM, C5ISR Center in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) and its mission to counter evolving unmanned aircraft system (UAS) threats across the Indo-Pacific region.

• Develop and refine combatant command-level planning products supporting C-UAS operations and ongoing USINDOPACOM objectives.
• Rapidly develop Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and supporting planning products for complex C-UAS missions and operational requirements.
• Develop concise executive-level talking points, briefing materials, and decision-support products for senior leaders.
• Coordinate with joint forces, partner nations, interagency organizations, and other stakeholders to synchronize C-UAS activities and initiatives.
• Respond to complex Requests for Information (RFIs) from senior military leadership with clear, analytical, and actionable assessments.
• Participate in meetings with the Joint Staff, Service Components, Program Offices, and other stakeholders to assess and improve C-UAS tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Provide real-time, analytics-driven planning recommendations to commanders during operations and exercises involving UAS threats to military installations, dismounted forces, and critical infrastructure.
• Analyze after-action reports, operational data, and C-UAS engagements to identify trends, lessons learned, capability gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and continuously update Partner Nation Laydown products using PowerPoint, Maven, and other operational information systems.
• Advise senior leaders on partner integration, interoperability, capability gaps, and opportunities to strengthen combined C-UAS posture.
• When requested, support Service-level acquisition and research and development discussions related to C-UAS capabilities and technology modernization.
• Support Crisis Action Team (CAT) operations within the Joint Operations Center (JOC) and Focus Point Operations Center (FPOC), as required.
• Contribute to emergency action planning, operational planning teams (OPTs), working groups, planning sessions, and General Officer/Flag Officer-level briefings.
• Support and participate in select C-UAS demonstrations, training events, and joint exercises, typically 1-4 events annually.
• Apply lessons learned from training and exercises to improve C-UAS readiness, interoperability, and operational effectiveness across the theater.

Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• BA/BS with 6 years of related experience; or AA/AS and 8 years of related experience; or HS/GED and 10+ years of related experience.
• Prior Combatant Command experience in military planning, C-UAS operations, or force protection, preferably in a joint or combatant command environment.
• Familiarity with USINDOPACOM's AOR, including its cultural, geopolitical, and operational dynamics.
• Practical knowledge of C-UAS technologies and operational staff tools (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Maven, C2IE).
• Demonstrated experience in joint operations or interagency coordination.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the JTS and JPP.
• Strong written, analytical, and problem-solving skills to concentrate complex situations into actionable and easily understood plans.
• Excellent communication skills for briefing senior leaders and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across the C-UAS enterprise.
• Proficiency in operational planning frameworks, such as the Joint Planning Process (JPP), the Joint Training System (JTS), and Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).
• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, dynamic environments.

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,