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Exercise Logistics Planner (Mission Assurance 4) 29607

HII


Job Location:

Colorado Springs, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 106124 - 160000
Posted: 21 August 2026 (26 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requisition Number:29607

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$106124.00-$160000.00

Security Clearance:TS/SCI

Level of Experience:Senior

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS).Mission Technologies Global Security (GS) group comprises live virtual constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers HII designs develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness HII understands that preparation requires full coordinationnot readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systemsfrom small watercraft to submarines surface combatants and aircraft carriersHII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energys national security mission through the management and operation of its sites as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership Mindset at HII Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework we define how every employee grows leads and contributesregardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

  • Know & Grow Your People Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships Communicate openly collaborate well and build trust.
  • Take Ownership Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future Bring ideas curiosity and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

Join our HII Mission Technologies team in Colorado Springs CO as an Exercise Logistics Planner (Mission Assurance 5). In this role you will serve as the central point for synchronizing COCOM-level exercise planning efforts ensuring every functional area and participating unit is aligned with the overall exercise design with a focus on logistics planning. Youll deconflict schedules resources and storylines to create cohesive realistic training that prepares U.S. and allied forces for complex missions.

Ready to shape the next evolution of national defense training Apply now to join HII Mission Technologies in Colorado Springs and be part of a team thats accelerating the data evolution for mission partners worldwide

What You Will Do

Lead integration of exercise planning through the full JELC across J7 J3 J4 J5 and external agency partners to synchronize objectives timelines and resources with a focus on logistics planning.
Develop and maintain the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) injecting operational narratives that drive exercise realism.
Deconflict training schedules simulation injects and resource allocations to eliminate overlap and ensure seamless execution.
Facilitate collaboration among functional leads subordinate units and interagency representatives to validate requirements and priorities.
Apply the Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP) and HSEEP methodologies to scenario development force planning and after-action reviews.
Conduct mission analysis and risk assessments to inform scenario design and recommend mitigations.
Prepare detailed exercise support plans synchronization matrices and logistics documentation.
Monitor live exercise execution capture real-time data and provide immediate corrective guidance to controllers.
Produce comprehensive assessment reports and lessons-learned briefs for senior leadership.
Integrate emerging doctrine tactics and advanced warfighting technologies (e.g. cyber EW space) into training scenarios.

What You Must Have

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.
9 years of experience in exercise planning integration or military operations at a Combatant Command or Major Command level.
5 years of experience in military logistics operations sustainment planning or deployment/distribution management across joint or service-level organizations with demonstrated understanding of logistics C2 systems and resource allocation processes.
Proven experience coordinating logistics support for large-scale military exercises or operations including force deployment planning supply chain management transportation coordination and logistics sustainment activities.
Demonstrated expertise in JOPP HSEEP and MSEL development.
Proven track record deconflicting schedules resources and storyline injects across multi-domain exercises.
In-depth knowledge of strategic and operational-level planning for homeland defense and contingency operations.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including briefings to senior leadership.
Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Preferred Requirements

Prior service as an Exercise Planner at a Combatant Command HQ (e.g. NORTHCOM EUCOM CENTCOM).
Previous experience as an action officer (or civilian equivalent) at NORTHCOM.
Military service in a J5 or J7 planning staff role.


The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location expectations and responsibilities. When extending an offer HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include but are not limited to the roles function and a candidates education or training work experience and key skills.

Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7000 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 thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.

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