C-UAS Training and Exercise Planner

CACI International; Mililani Town (HI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International is seeking a C-UAS Training and Exercise Planner to support USINDOPACOM and its mission to counter unmanned threats in the Indo-Pacific. The role involves developing CONOPS, planning products, and real-time analytic recommendations for operations.

You will coordinate with joint forces, partner nations, and stakeholders, deliver executive briefings, and help improve tactics, procedures, and interoperability across the C-UAS enterprise.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop combatant command-level planning products supporting C-UAS operations and ongoing USINDOPACOM objectives.
• Rapidly develop 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 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 TTPs.
• Provide real-time, analytics-driven planning recommendations to commanders during operations and exercises involving UAS threats.
• 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.

Skills

Joint operations coordination

C-UAS operations knowledge

Strong written communication

Executive briefing skills

Analytical thinking

Interagency coordination

Operational planning (JPP/MDMP)

Brief senior leaders

Education

BA/BS with 6 years related experience

AA/AS with 8 years related experience

HS/GED with 10+ years related experience

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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, 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:

$86,100 - $181,000

CACI is anEqualOpportunity 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 otherprotectedcharacteristic.