Operations Subject Matter Expert

Leidos; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Joint Operations Analyst / Multi-Domain Operations Lead to provide operational analysis and mission support across warfighting domains. The role supports Combatant Commands, Joint Staff, and mission partners, delivering planning, testing, and evaluation of joint capabilities.

You will develop analytical reports, briefings, and executive-level presentations, leveraging extensive military experience to enhance readiness and interoperability.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• US citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years related experience or Master’s with 2+ years related experience.
• Minimum 4 years military/government/contractor experience in joint/operational environments.
• Experience in planning, coordinating, executing, or assessing military operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide planning, preparation, research, coordination, and execution of military operations-related tasks.
• Evaluate operational capabilities, identify risks, and develop recommendations to improve effectiveness.
• Develop analytical reports, executive briefings, and mission-thread products for senior leaders.

Skills

Security clearance

US citizenship

Operational planning

Analytical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Operations Subject Matter Expert Suffolk, VA Minimum of Secret clearance required The Defense Sector at Leidos is currently looking for a Joint Operations Analyst / Multi-Domain Operations Lead. In this position you will provide operational analysis, and mission support across the full spectrum of military operations. This position supports Combatant Commands, Joint Staff organizations, mission partners, and operational assessment activities by delivering comprehensive expertise in planning, execution, testing, and evaluation of joint military capabilities. The successful candidate will leverage extensive operational experience across all warfighting domains to assess military capabilities, support mission planning, validate operational concepts, and provide actionable recommendations that enhance readiness, interoperability, and mission effectiveness. This role requires a seasoned military operations professional with a broad understanding of joint warfighting functions, operational planning, and deployed combat operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Joint Operations Support — Provide planning, preparation, research, coordination, and execution of military operations-related tasks, delivering expert analysis, operational insight, and mission-focused recommendations.
• Operational Assessment & Analysis — Evaluate operational capabilities, identify limitations and risks, assess mission impacts, and develop focused, achievable recommendations to improve operational effectiveness.
• Analytical Product Development — Develop and deliver comprehensive analytical reports, operational assessments, workflow visualizations, mission-thread products, and executive-level briefings for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Military Mission Planning Support — Coordinate, plan, and support the execution of military operations and mission activities across multiple operational environments and mission sets.
• Joint Warfighting Integration — Apply expertise across all Joint Warfighting Functions, including Command and Control, Information, Intelligence, Fires, Movement and Maneuver, Protection, and Sustainment.
• Testing & Validation Activities — Plan, coordinate, and conduct operational testing, validation, and assessment activities to evaluate mission effectiveness, capability performance, and interoperability.
• Operational Data Analysis — Gather, process, and analyze operational data to identify trends, assess performance, and provide decision-quality recommendations supporting operational objectives.
• Multi-Domain Operations Expertise — Provide subject matter expertise on Department of the Navy, Joint Force, and Defense organizations, operations, capabilities, tactics, techniques, and procedures across all operational domains.
• Tactical Combat Operations Support — Apply operational knowledge gained through deployed and combat-support environments to assess tactical challenges, operational risks, and mission requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Information Collection — Conduct interviews with military, civilian, and contractor personnel to accurately extract operational and technical information required for assessments and recommendations.
• Mission Readiness & Sustainment Support — Support sustainment efforts to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, productivity, and operational effectiveness across all assigned tasks and projects.
• Training & Knowledge Development — Conduct internal training, mentoring, and knowledge-transfer activities aligned with military operations subject matter expertise and organizational requirements.
• Executive Communications — Prepare and deliver written reports, briefings, presentations, and other communication products tailored to senior military leaders, government officials, and technical stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Coordination — Collaborate with operational, technical, intelligence, fires, logistics, and command-and-control stakeholders to ensure mission requirements are effectively addressed across the operational enterprise.
• Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives — Support special studies, operational assessments, exercises, experimentation activities, and strategic initiatives as required.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen with an active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years related experience or Master’s degree and 2+ years related experience.
• Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 4 years of military, government, or contractor experience supporting Joint, Service, Combatant Command, Defense Agency, or operational-level organizations.
• Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, executing, or assessing military operations at the tactical and operational level.
• Working knowledge of Joint doctrine, military planning processes, and operational concepts, including joint and multi-domain operations.
• Experience conducting operational assessments, capability evaluations, mission analysis, risk assessments, or operational effectiveness reviews.
• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and synthesize complex operational data into actionable recommendations for leadership decision‑making.
• Experience in developing analytical reports, operational assessments, executive summaries, decision papers, briefing materials, and senior leader presentations.
• Knowledge of Joint Warfighting Functions, including Command and Control, Information, Intelligence, Fires, Movement and Maneuver, Protection, and Sustainment.
• Experience supporting operational test events, military exercises, experimentation activities, interoperability assessments, or validation efforts.
• Ability to facilitate interviews, meetings, workshops, and information‑gathering sessions with military, government, and contractor personnel.
• Experience collaborating across diverse operational and technical organizations, including operations, intelligence, logistics, communications, and command-and-control stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior military officers, government civilians, and executive‑level stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools used to develop reports, assessments, and presentations.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in fast-paced operational environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS with eligibility for CUI, NATO Secret, ACCMs, SCI and SAPs.
• Experience with Tactical-Operational Level Planning efforts Advanced or Intermediate military level school graduate Operational and C5ISR Assessment Experience Mission Partner Environment Experience Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP) Course JITC Testing and Evaluation Experience Coalition Interoperability Assurance & Validation Experience Operational Assessment Certification/Training Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) or JADC2 Training Tactical Data Link (Link-16) / C2 Systems Experience DABAOPP1

Original Posting

October 21, 2026

For U.S. Positions

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2billion for the fiscal year ended January2,2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.