Develop planning documentation including Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), roadmaps, TTPs, operational architectures, and strategic, implementation, and action plans
Conduct structured studies using quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform planning and operational recommendations
Incorporate national‑security policy, military‑strategy guidance, defense‑transformation initiatives, intelligence estimates, and threat projections into planning products
Review and refine strategic plans to optimize combat support, personnel readiness, equipment utilization, and resource allocation consistent with governing guidance and doctrine
Analyze battlefield operating systems, conduct front‑end analysis, and produce related intelligence assessments and planning‑focused analytical products
Perform mission analysis and develop draft CONOPS, courses of action, and correlation‑of‑forces assessments aligned with designated missions and planning directives
Draft both operational and contingency war plans that are consistent with higher‑level strategy and mission requirements
Coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure planning products are actionable, relevant, and aligned with organizational priorities

Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field
3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field
0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field
High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Experience developing operational or strategic planning documentation within military, defense, or national‑security environments
Strong understanding of military strategy, operational planning processes, joint doctrine, and defense‑planning guidance
Ability to analyze battlefield operating systems, conduct mission analysis, and develop courses of action
Experience producing CONOPS, roadmaps, operational architectures, and war‑planning documents
Familiarity with intelligence estimates, threat analysis, and integration of intelligence into planning products
Strong analytical skills with experience applying both quantitative and qualitative methodologies
Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across diverse functional teams
Strong attention to detail, critical‑thinking abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple planning efforts simultaneously
Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Strategic Planner – Military Operations Analyst 3

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