Exercise Air Planner (Mission Assurance 4) - 29608

About the role

Join our HII Mission Technologies team in Colorado Springs, CO as an Exercise Air Planner (Mission Assurance 5). In this pivotal role, you will lead the planning and execution of all aviation-related aspects of joint and Combatant Command exercises. You’ll ensure airspace coordination, flight operations, and seamless integration of air assets into the broader scenario. Collaborating with modeling and simulation experts, you’ll weave Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training environments into a cohesive and realistic air domain. Ready to shape the air domain for next-generation warfighter training? Apply now to join HII Mission Technologies in Colorado Springs and bring unparalleled realism to our joint exercise environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive air operations plans, including Airspace Control Plans (ACP), Airspace Control Orders (ACO), and Air Tasking Orders (ATO) that support exercise objectives.
• Cook up airspace coordination, flight operations, and seamless integration of air assets into the broader scenario.
• Schedule and manage flight operations: assign routes, altitude blocks, refueling tracks, and target engagement windows for fixed-wing, rotary, and unmanned platforms.
• Integrate air support functions—close air support (CAS), air interdiction, airlift, airborne command and control, and aeromedical evacuation—into ground and maritime planning cells.
• Collaborate with modeling and simulation SMEs to design and execute LVC scenarios; ensure live aircraft feeds, virtual simulators, and constructive models interoperate seamlessly.
• Liaise with J2 (Intelligence), J3 (Operations), J4 (Logistics), and J6 (C4ISR) directorates to synchronize target intelligence, airspace management, sustainment, and network connectivity.
• Monitor execution of air missions in real time; adjust ATOs, flight schedules, and airspace allocations to respond to unfolding exercise dynamics.
• Prepare mission briefs, risk assessments, sortie status reports, and air operations dashboards for senior leadership.
• Conduct after-action reviews (AAR) capturing air domain performance metrics, lessons learned, and recommendations for future exercises.

Requirements

• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Proven expertise in Air Tasking Order (ATO) processes and Theater Battle Management Core System (TBMCS).
• Hands-on experience with airspace management tools and coordination at the joint or Combatant Command level.
• Familiarity with Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) simulation frameworks and data-link integration.
• Solid understanding of air-ground integration tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate complex air operations data into concise, actionable recommendations.
• Strong communication and coordination skills for interfacing with multiple staff directorates and external agencies.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior service as an Air Component Planner or Airspace Manager at a Combatant Command or Joint Staff Logistics directorate.
• Completion of TBMCS functional course, Joint ATO Production Course, or equivalent.
• Certification as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) or similar terminal effects qualification.
• Experience with LVC federation tools and constructive environments.
• Military background in J3 (Operations) or J6 (C4ISR) air operations and networked C2 environments.

Benefits

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $106,124.00 - $160,000.00.

Schedule

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt