Wargaming Analyst

C5T Corporation; Scott Air Force Base (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life insurance

Job summary

C5T Corporation, based at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois, is seeking a Wargaming Analyst to support USTRANSCOM’s TCJ5/J4. You will design, plan, execute, and assess wargames that inform transportation, logistics, and global force projection across the DoD, collaborating with government stakeholders and contractor teams.

The role requires deep knowledge of joint doctrine, campaign planning, and operational concepts, with a TS clearance or eligibility, and strong analytical and briefing skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with four years of related experience or Bachelor's with six years of related experience.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for SCI access.
• Experience supporting DoD, Combatant Command, Joint Staff, or Service‑level strategic planning activities.
• Minimum three years of senior staff experience supporting Joint Staff, CCMDs, MAJCOMs, Service Headquarters, or Defense Agencies.
• Strong understanding of joint doctrine, operational planning, logistics, transportation, supply chain management, or strategy development.
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• United States Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, execute, and assess USTRANSCOM‑led wargames supporting strategic planning and operational readiness.
• Develop wargame objectives, scenarios, end states, and supporting documentation aligned with mission requirements.
• Facilitate wargame design sessions with government stakeholders, military planners, and subject matter experts.
• Prepare participants with briefings, scenario context, and operational guidance for realistic gameplay.
• Produce after‑action reports, findings, and recommendations to support decision‑making.
• Ensure equities of USTRANSCOM and JDDE are represented during wargames across services and DoD.
• Apply knowledge of joint doctrine, campaign planning, logistics, and operational concepts throughout the lifecycle.
• Support senior leadership with analysis, briefings, and recommendations on wargame outcomes.
• Coordinate with government organizations and external partners to integrate transportation, logistics, and global mobility considerations into wargame activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of wargaming methodologies and planning processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Facilitation skills

MS Office

US Citizenship

DoD strategic planning

Joint doctrine

Logistics knowledge

Education

Master's degree with related experience

Bachelor's degree with related experience

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Wargaming Analyst - The Opportunity

This role works directly with Department of Defense stakeholders, combatant command planners, joint staff representatives, military leadership, and interagency partners supporting mission‑critical strategic planning and operational readiness. It is an opportunity to shape Joint Force decision‑making by designing, planning, executing, and assessing wargames that inform transportation, logistics, and global force projection across the Department of Defense.

Work is primarily performed on‑site at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, supporting government and contractor teams in mission‑focused environments.

Company Overview

C5T Corporation is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business headquartered at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Founded in 2005 by three veterans, C5T values practical, innovative‑minded professionals with a passion for mission success. We specialize in bridging the gap between operational and technical domains to support critical Department of Defense missions.

Core Values

Integrity

• Excellence
• Patriotism

Position Summary

C5T is seeking a Wargaming Analyst to support the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Strategic Plans, Policy, and Logistics Directorate (TCJ5/J4). This position serves as a subject matter expert responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and assessing wargames that support strategic planning, operational analysis, and capability development across the Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise (JDDE).

Location

Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Work will primarily take place in government workspaces with limited telework based on mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, execute, and assess USTRANSCOM‑led wargames supporting strategic planning and operational readiness.
• Develop wargame objectives, scenarios, end states, and supporting documentation aligned with mission requirements.
• Facilitate wargame design sessions with government stakeholders, military planners, and subject matter experts.
• Prepare participants by providing briefings, scenario context, and operational guidance to ensure realistic and effective gameplay.
• Produce after‑action reports, findings, recommendations, and analytical products that support decision‑making and future planning.
• Ensure USTRANSCOM and Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise (JDDE) equities are represented during Joint, Combatant Command, Service, and Department of Defense wargames.
• Apply knowledge of joint doctrine, campaign planning, strategy development, logistics, and operational concepts throughout the wargaming lifecycle.
• Support senior leadership by providing analysis, briefings, and recommendations related to wargame outcomes and strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate with government organizations and external partners to integrate transportation, logistics, and global mobility considerations into wargame activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of wargaming methodologies, planning processes, and operational best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree with four years of related experience, or Bachelor's degree with six years of related experience. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense, Combatant Command, Joint Staff, or Service‑level strategic planning activities.
• Minimum three years of senior staff experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Commands (CCMD), Major Commands (MAJCOM), Service Headquarters, or Defense Agencies.
• Strong understanding of joint doctrine, operational planning, logistics, transportation, supply chain management, or strategy development.
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• United States Citizenship.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience designing, planning, or executing military wargames.
• Experience supporting major military exercises or operational planning events.
• Knowledge of Joint Deployment and Distribution Enterprise (JDDE) operations.
• Experience supporting USTRANSCOM or other Combatant Command organizations.
• Familiarity with Joint Capability Development, concept development, governance, and force planning processes.
• Experience developing executive‑level briefings and analytical reports for senior military leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Responsible Paid Time Off aligned with mission needs

Equal Opportunity Statement

C5T is a merit‑based employer committed to affirmative action and nondiscrimination for all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).