C2 Analyst

About the role

The C2 Analyst provides advanced operational, analytical, and doctrinal expertise in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force Operations Center Training Team (MOCTT) and the Marine Corps Integrated Systems Training Center (MISTC) network.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, execution, and assessment of Battle Staff Training Exercises (BSTEX) and other Command and Control (C2) training events.
• Apply rigorous methodologies aligned with the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS), Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE), and DoD 5000 acquisition frameworks to ensure training events are doctrinally sound, data-driven, and operationally relevant.
• Serve as the connective tissue between operational warfighters, system engineers, and training developers, refining C2 processes, assessing performance, and providing recommendations that directly shape Marine Corps doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Collaborate with MOCTT and MISTC instructional staff to observe and assess unit C2 performance in real time.
• Capture detailed staff interactions, information flows, and decision-making processes using standardized PECLs.
• Compile and synthesize data into comprehensive AARs that identify strengths, weaknesses, root causes, and actionable recommendations.
• Lead the production of all BSTEX-related CDRL deliverables, including Battle Drills and supporting MSELs, ensuring quality and doctrinal alignment.
• Socialize lessons learned and inform the evolution of MAGTF C2 doctrine and TTPs through participation in C2 Training and Education Continuum forums.
• Integrate BSTEX insights into updates of USMC and MAGTF C2 publications, SOPs, and training materials.
• Contribute to enterprise-level trend analysis by synthesizing historical AAR data to identify systemic gaps and track performance improvement across units.
• Work closely with Senior C2 Instructors, Faculty Development Lead, and MISTC HQ leadership to ensure analytical outputs align with TECOM objectives and training standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (operations research, systems engineering, national security studies, or related field preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive experience in C2 analysis, warfighting integration, or operational assessment.
• Prior service in a MEF, MARFOR, or Joint staff billet preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supporting MAGTF or Joint training and readiness programs.

Qualifications

• Expert understanding of JCIDS, PPBE, and DoD 5000 processes.
• Familiarity with MAGTF C2 architectures and Joint C2 interoperability frameworks.
• Proven experience in operational planning, assessment, and doctrinal analysis at MEF, MARFOR, or COCOM levels.
• Proficiency with MCTIMS, Performance Execution Checklists (PECLs) and other C2 performance assessment tools.
• Experience developing After Action Reports (AARs), Battle Drills, and Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) injects.
• Ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative performance data from multiple sources (system logs, chat transcripts, comms, voice data, observer notes).
• Experience producing formal CDRL deliverables to TECOM and MISTC HQ standards.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with briefing experience at senior staff levels.
• Team-oriented with strong independent research capability.
• Exceptional critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical and operational data into actionable insights.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Company-funded disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance and parental leave.