Exelms Aviation Analyst - Exercise Planner

Primary Location: Quantico, VA

Clearance: Secret; Top Secret with SCI eligibility (Desired)

Ability to work remotely: No

Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG) is seeking an Aviation Analyst for the External Elements (EXELMS) section of MSTP to provide support to MEF/MEB-level exercise design, planning, and execution. The successful candidate will have a well-rounded background in joint military operations, understand how a MEF/MEB supports the joint fight, and a solid understanding of USMC and Joint aviation operations. The incumbent will assume the section lead for the integration of air operations into scenario design and development and will be responsible producing exercise planning products related to air operations. During exercise execution, this position will play a critical liaison role between the Higher and Adjacent Headquarters and simulated Air Operations Center (AOC).

The mission of the MSTP is to provide training in MAGTF across the range of military operations, within the context of a Joint and/or Combined Task Force environment, to improve the warfighting skills, with the main effort of providing training and support.

• Supports scenario development and exercise design, determines required documents that need to be produced, and establishes a POA&M for their production to support MEF/MEB-level exercises. Creates and edits documents, analyzes problem areas, and collaborates on feasible solutions.
• Attends conferences and meetings at the resident site and other locations off site; acts as the lead air planner as part of the exercise design team. ICW the training audience lead, designs the scope and method of training; correlates exercise and training objectives into observable/measurable training activities; determines information exchange requirements.
• Participates in and conducts reviews and structured walk-throughs of exercise design and training events, operation orders and plans, and JTF/component command level battle rhythm events.
• Must be a prior military pilot or navigator/Naval Flight Officer/Electronic Warfare Officer/Electronic Countermeasures Officer
• Acts as a critical liaison between the simulated AOC and the Higher and Adjacent Headquarters staff.
• Adjusts work hours as necessary to support extended work hours in support of 12 to 24-hour continuous operations during events.
• Performs research of operational concepts and plans; conducts analysis of Air Operations processes, as required.
• Performs other duties as required of a Military Analyst and is prepared to assume the role of an event Observer, Trainer, Collector (OTC) to support the MSTP MAGTF Branch when required.

Required Skills / Qualifications

• Must be a prior military pilot or navigator/Naval Flight Officer/Electronic Warfare Officer/Electronic Countermeasures Officer
• Possesses detailed and functional knowledge of the Marine Corps and joint/combined Planning Process and Marine Corps and joint doctrine related to air operations.
• Senior staff planning experience in Joint Operations Planning Process and/or the Marine Corps Planning Process at a COCOM, JTF, MEF, Wing, or AOC supporting air operations.
• Experience writing orders in the USMC and Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX) format.
• Completion of an appropriate level of professional military education such as Command and Staff College or War College.
• Knowledge of, and operational experience, deploying and employing aviation and/or aviation support units.
• Knowledge of, and operational experience, with military doctrine, tactics, and command relationships at the operational command level.

Desired Skills/Qualifications

• Mid/Senior-Level – Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent w/ 15+ Years Direct Relevant Experience
• Experience with integrating air operations into USMC/Joint exercises.
• Proficiency using MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook skills.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Basic knowledge of MAGTF Tactical Warfighting Simulation (MTWS)

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Normal Office Environment

Travel

• 15-35%, primarily to Camp Lejeune, NC; Camp Pendleton, CA; and Okinawa

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer’s mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a certified 8(a), service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.

A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you can put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.

Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer’s expectations.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.