Joint Exercise Event Subject Matter Expert (SME) - JETARS

The Garrett Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

The GARRETT GROUP seeks a Joint Exercise Event SME to support the design, planning, execution, and assessment of seminars, tabletop exercises, and wargames. You will coordinate with senior stakeholders to advance strategic mission objectives.

Ideal candidates have deep expertise in joint operations, and a strong ability to lead complex exercise events, with experience coordinating with military and civilian personnel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience designing, planning, and leading seminars, tabletop exercises, wargames, or similar projects.
• Experience with USSTRATCOM missions at CCMD/JCS level or service MAJCOM.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and lead seminars, tabletop exercises, wargames, and similar events to support mission requirements.
• Develop exercise concepts, scenarios, objectives, and evaluation criteria aligned with strategic goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, senior stakeholders, and mission partners to ensure exercise realism and value.
• Provide SME on joint operations, strategic planning, and exercise development.
• Analyze exercise outcomes, prepare after-action docs, and deliver recommendations for future events.
• Support USSTRATCOM-related mission areas and contribute to broader initiatives.

Skills

Exercise design

Stakeholder coordination

Joint operations knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

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Description

Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Join a Mission-Driven Team at The GARRETT GROUP

At The GARRETT GROUP, we believe the best solutions begin with a great team of people. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative, mission-focused community committed to excellence in everything we do. We take pride in supporting our nation's most critical missions while creating an environment where our employees can thrive.

Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive 401(k) with company match, generous Paid Time Off, flexible work schedules, medical, dental, and vision coverage, short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance.

Position Overview

The Joint Exercise Event SME will support the design, planning, execution, and assessment of seminars, tabletop exercises, wargames, and related activities. This role requires deep expertise in joint operations and a strong ability to coordinate complex exercise events that advance strategic mission objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and lead seminars, tabletop exercises, wargames, and similar events in support of organizational and mission requirements.
• Develop exercise concepts, scenarios, objectives, and evaluation criteria aligned with strategic goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, senior stakeholders, and mission partners to ensure exercise realism, accuracy, and value.
• Provide subject matter expertise on joint operations, strategic planning, and exercise development.
• Analyze exercise outcomes, prepare after-action documentation, and deliver recommendations to improve future events.
• Support USSTRATCOM-related mission areas and contribute to broader strategic initiatives as required.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience designing, planning, and leading seminars, tabletop exercises, wargames, or similar projects.
• Experience in one or more of USSTRATCOM's assigned missions and operations at the Combatant Command (CCMD), Joint Staff, or Service MAJCOM level.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex exercise events and collaborate with senior military and civilian personnel.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

The GARRETT GROUP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.