Joint Exercise Planner/Integrator

CACI; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Joint Exercise Planner/Integrator to support USSOUTHCOM's Training and Exercise Division by planning, integrating, and executing joint and multinational exercises across the Western Hemisphere.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance, experience with JELC/JOPES/JTIMS/DRRS, and the ability to coordinate with military and interagency partners in a fast-paced environment. You will help deliver realistic training aligned with national security objectives.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience supporting Combatant Command, Joint Staff, Service Component, or Joint Task Force planning, operations, or exercise programs.
• Working knowledge of JELC, Joint Planning processes, JOPES, JTIMS, DRRS, and Joint training doctrine.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, planning products, and briefings.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse organizations in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute joint and multinational exercises throughout the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC).
• Collaborate with USSOUTHCOM Headquarters, Service Components, Joint Task Forces, interagency organizations, and multinational partners to synchronize planning and execution.
• Develop exercise objectives, planning products, training audiences, assessment methodologies, and supporting documentation for realistic training.
• Coordinate exercise scenarios, Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) activities, force requirements, deployment data, and exercise control activities.
• Maintain Joint planning systems and databases, including JTIMS, JOPES, DRRS, and related tools, ensuring accuracy of planning and readiness information.
• Support the development of After Action Reports (AARs), capture lessons learned, and recommend improvements for future exercises.
• Assist with long-range exercise planning, resource synchronization, and budget planning to support USSOUTHCOM's training and exercise program.

Skills

Top Secret/SCI clearance

Joint exercise planning

Interagency collaboration

Education

Joint Professional Military Education (JPME I or II)

Tools

JELC

JOPES

JTIMS

DRRS

Job description

Job Title: Joint Exercise Planner/IntegratorJob Category: IntelligenceTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%Type of Travel: Local* * *

The Opportunity:

As a Joint Exercise Planner/Integrator supporting the SCOPES Program, you will support USSOUTHCOM's Training and Exercise Division by planning, integrating, and executing joint and multinational exercises that enhance Combatant Command readiness across the Western Hemisphere. Working alongside military, civilian, and multinational partners, you will synchronize planning activities throughout the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC), helping deliver realistic, mission-focused training that advances USSOUTHCOM's Campaign Plan and U.S. national security objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute joint and multinational exercises throughout the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC) in support of Combatant Command training objectives.
• Collaborate with USSOUTHCOM Headquarters, Service Components, Joint Task Forces, interagency organizations, and multinational partners to synchronize exercise planning and execution.
• Develop exercise objectives, planning products, training audiences, assessment methodologies, and supporting documentation that enable realistic operational training.
• Coordinate exercise scenarios, Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) activities, force requirements, deployment data, and exercise control activities to ensure successful execution.
• Maintain Joint planning systems and databases, including JTIMS, JOPES, DRRS, and related tools, ensuring the accuracy of planning, reporting, and readiness information.
• Support the development of After Action Reports (AARs), capture lessons learned, and recommend improvements that strengthen future exercises and operational readiness.
• Assist with long-range exercise planning, resource synchronization, and budget planning to support USSOUTHCOM's training and exercise program.

Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Experience supporting Combatant Command, Joint Staff, Service Component, or Joint Task Force planning, operations, or exercise programs.
• Working knowledge of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC), Joint Planning processes, JOPES, JTIMS, DRRS, and Joint training doctrine.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, planning products, and briefings.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse organizations in a fast-paced operational environment.

Desired:

• Joint Professional Military Education (JPME I or II), advanced military planning education, or comparable professional military experience.
• Experience supporting multinational or coalition exercises within a Geographic Combatant Command.
• Experience supporting exercise planning, readiness reporting, or resource management activities.

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
• time off benefits

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity 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 other protected characteristic.