Exercise Planning Instructor

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led training on exercise planning and business continuity methodologies
• Develop and maintain course materials, lesson plans, and training aids aligned to mission requirements
• Provide instruction on exercise lifecycle processes, including: Planning, Scenario development, Execution, After Action Reviews (AARs)
• Integrate business continuity and continuity of operations (COOP) principles into training scenarios
• Facilitate tabletop exercises (TTXs), simulations, contingency drills, and mission rehearsals
• Support development of realistic continuity and operational resilience scenarios
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback, coaching, and remediation
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure training aligns with Space Force readiness and resilience objectives
• Document lessons learned and improvement recommendations
• Create training products supporting S4S Command Exercises and Wargames
• Identify and recommend training improvements based on observations, performance trends, and stakeholder feedback
• Assist with instruction and facilitation in support of S4S/S7 training efforts
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in activities to identify training needs, gaps, and deficiencies
• Review lessons learned and after-action reports to extract insights and improvement areas
• Develop recommendations, training products, and corrective actions to address identified deficiencies
• Support S4S/S7 training initiatives and exercise programs as required

Requirements

• Top secret / SCI security clearance is required
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree)
• Certified Business Continuity Manager (CBCM - Professional) or equivalent business continuity certification (e.g., DRI CBCM, BCI CBCI/MBCI considered comparable depending on program requirements)
• 5+ years of experience in: Exercise planning, training, or operational planning
• Business continuity, COOP, or resilience planning
• Military or DoD training environments
• Demonstrated experience in instruction or facilitation roles
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Exercise design and evaluation methodologies
• Continuity of Operations (COOP) and contingency planning
• S4S/S7 Training & Exercises Directorate processes, priorities, and training support requirements
• Development of training products supporting command-level exercises and wargames
• Review and analysis of lessons learned and AARs to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience supporting Space Force, Air Force, or Joint commands
• Experience integrating continuity planning into operational exercises
• Background in mission assurance, resilience planning, or emergency management
• Familiarity with DoD continuity programs and frameworks (COOP, COG, etc.)
• Experience with after-action reporting and lessons learned processes
• Experience supporting S4S/S7 training initiatives, command exercises, or wargame development

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• On-site at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB), CAC
• Collaboration with government personnel and mission stakeholders
• Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security and space operations readiness

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities