Joint Exercise Planner/Integrator

CACI International Inc; 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. You will plan, integrate, and execute joint and multinational exercises, coordinating with military and civilian partners to deliver realistic, mission-focused training aligned with national security objectives.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, experience with JELC and JOPES/JTIMS/DRRS, and strong communication skills to produce planning products, reports, and briefs in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute joint and multinational exercises throughout the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC) to meet 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 for realistic operational training.
• Coordinate exercise scenarios, MSEL activities, force requirements, deployment data, and exercise control activities for successful execution.
• Maintain Joint planning systems and databases (JTIMS, JOPES, DRRS) ensuring accuracy of planning and readiness information.
• Support development of After Action Reports (AARs), capture lessons learned, and recommend improvements.
• Assist with long-range exercise planning, resource synchronization, and budget planning to support USSOUTHCOM's program.

Job description

Job Title: Joint Exercise Planner/Integrator

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage 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

Required:

• 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, and 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.