Senior Virtual Neptune Hawk Operations Planner Job Listing at SAIC in Pearl Harbor, HI (Job ID 2510585)

Description

Description

The VNH Operations Planner serves as a specialized Project Officer supporting the planning, preparation, execution, and evaluation of Virtual Neptune Hawk events within a simulator setting. Reporting to the NH Team Lead and collaborating with the broader NH Team at JBPH-H, this position focuses on operational planning for both simulated and live NEPTUNE HAWK exercises, as well as other INDOPACOM or PACAF-directed events. The planner ensures realism and relevance in simulation scenarios, contributes to after-action reviews, and supports mission success through technical and operational expertise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

• VNH Event Planning and Execution
  • Support the Active Duty NH OCE Lead planners and NH Team Lead throughout the full VNH Joint Exercise Lifecycle.
  • Coordinate the development, integration, and execution of realistic scenarios in simulation environments, including intelligence, logistics, and AOC-like functions.
  • Design threat presentations, create simulated orders of battle, and develop scenario injects to engage participants.
  • Support after-action review processes to identify improvement areas in simulated operations.
• Technical and Operational Expertise
  • Work with high-fidelity combat simulator design and functionality.
  • Integrate live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) elements into exercise planning.
  • Translate real-world operational concepts into simulation environments, focusing on tactical aircraft and Air Battle Management.
• Security and Compliance
  • Maintain strict security protocols, handle classified material accountability, and adhere to SAP/STO and ACCM eligibility requirements.
  • Keep security clearances up-to-date and comply with polygraph and indoctrination agreements as required.
• Communication and Liaison
  • Prepare and deliver briefings for Senior Officers and external agencies on simulation capabilities, ongoing operations, planning issues, and exercises.
  • Coordinate with national-level agencies, DoD, Combatant Commands, and intelligence agencies for exercise integration.
• Program Support and Evaluation
  • Provide system-specific training to PACAF STO personnel.
  • Evaluate SAP capabilities for integration and realism.
  • Serve as focal point for STO program activities and documentation.
  • Participate in live-fly NEPTUNE HAWK events when duties permit.

 

Qualifications

• Security Clearance
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance.
  • SAP/STO and ACCM eligibility.
  • Favorable clearance adjudication within the past 12 months.
  • Ability to pass CI-scope polygraph examinations.
• Experience
  • Same responsibilities as EPOs (per PWS 1.3.2) with a focus on VNH exercises.
  • Experience in Air Force operational planning or related disciplines.
  • Bachelor's Degree and 15+ years of experience; OR 13+ years and Master's Degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Operational Experience
  • 10+ years rated experience in fighter/bomber or ISR aircraft, or Air Battle Management.
  • 15+ years of Air Force experience and multiple years of exercise planning.
  • Mission commander, pilot, or ground support experience in simulator environments.
  • Familiarity with Virtual Warfare Center (St. Louis) and/or Joint Simulation Environment (JSE).
  • Experience with scenario generation, scripting, database manipulation, and LVC integration.
  • Recent (last 5 years) tactical aircraft operations and exercise coordination in simulator environments.
  • Combined Air Operations Center or operation contingency planning experience.
• Specialized Skills
  • Background in Special Access Programs (SAP) and STO Planning.
  • Experience submitting SAP/STO paperwork and supporting simulator security.
  • Graduate of USAF Weapons Instructor Course or Navy Top Gun.
  • Familiarity with military experimentation and Distributed Maritime Operations (DMO).
  • Completion of IJSTO Planning and Decision Aide System users' course.
• Additional Attributes
  • Strong organizational effectiveness, problem-solving, and advisory skills.
  • Ability to deliver clear briefings and articulate simulation environment capabilities.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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