Joint SOF Trainer (Operations & Planning Space-based Effects Planner) IV

Copperhead Technologies, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is currently seeking a Joint SOF Trainer (Operations & Planning – Space-based Effects Planner) IV who will support a high visibility program providing services to U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). The planner is responsible to advise and assist the government client in the identification, evaluation, and analysis of requirements and capabilities in support of operations. The planner will maintain functional currency and relevancy and awareness of SOF and Joint Enterprise training requirements through constant research of past and current operations, directives, and instructions. The planner will support exercise design, JELC planning, scenario scripting, key staff role playing, training, and observations. Supported entities include, but are not limited to: USSOCOM, Geographical Combatant Commands, Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC), SOF Service Component commands, and Partner Nations.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

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  Advise on space effects capabilities & requirements during concept design, planning, execution, and after-action analysis.

  
  


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  Participate in and provide support during all JELC events to include the Exercise Control Group (ECG).

  
  


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  Research and implement innovation and experimentation applications for space-based technologies.

  
  


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  Integrate space-based effects into multi-domain vignettes for activities to achieve training objectives during exercise execution.

  
  


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  Liaison with National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, National Reconnaissance Office, and applicable Agencies for utilizing enabler products.

  
  


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  Assist with developing space-centric training objectives.

  
  


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  Assist with developing Space initiatives within Live, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) construct to achieve exercise training objectives.

  
  


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  Develop synchronization matrices for LVC & distributed mission operations (DMOC-S) effects.

  
  


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  Develop operational timelines for Space centric Plan of Action & Milestones (ie…Waivers, Authority to Operate type requirements).

  
  


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  Advise and assist in the development of training and exercise objectives associated with Space integration.

  
  


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  Exercise the HICON FIRES Cell by scripting to provide a scenario that facilitates coordinating, controlling, and de-conflicting fires & effects, which includes all lethal, non-lethal, kinetic & non-kinetic combined arms capabilities.

  
  


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  Serve as the lead scriptwriter for all Space specific products during the Master Scenario Events List Development Conference; produce operational and or tactical injects to portray battle space for participants application.

  
  


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  Author all elements of exercise after action reports that address Space based effects, which includes non-kinetic combined arms capabilities.

  
  


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  Serve as the ECG Space role player (i.e., NCA, USSF Hi-Con) during exercise execution.

  
  


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  Provide written input and be prepared to orally brief at USSF Exercise Coordination Team Conferences.

  
  

This position is contingent on contract modification.

Work Environment: 

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).


• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.


• Ability to work in confined areas.


• Ability to work in remote and rural environments.

Physical Demands: 

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.


• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.


• Ability to drive a motor vehicle in environments including city, highway, and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel: 

• 21-49% / Regular Travel.


• This position may require travel to remote overseas locations for extended periods of time.

Copperhead Technologies, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies. 

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment. 

At Copperhead Technologies, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. Copperhead Technologies is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility. 

Copperhead Technologies will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team. 

Copperhead Technologies is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.  

Copperhead Technologies' Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team. 

Requirements 

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years of related military experience //OR// 15 years of military experience in lieu of degree.


• Current, active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility.


• Operational Space based experience.


• Experience in the integration of space-based effects into multi-domain vignettes for activities to achieve training objectives during exercise execution.


• Experience in coordinating, controlling, and de-conflicting fires & effects.


• More than 5 years' experience in the design of exercise scenarios.


• Excellent presentation, communication, and organization skills.


• Ability to support periodic travel in support of conferences and exercise events up to 120+ days a year.


• Professional proficiency in English is required.


• Valid driver’s license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain company liability insurance through a clean driving record.


• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.


• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Copperhead Technologies will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master's degree.


• 10 years’ experience in SOF.


• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.


• Operational Space based experience with relevant Special Operations integration.


• Experience in joint operations and operational-strategic level SOF planning and operations.


• Experience directly interfacing with senior staff (O5/O6 and GOFO) at the TSOCs, Components, GCCs, Services, Interagency.


• Exercise Evaluation Team/Inspection experience.


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  Experience in real world battle staff processes and procedures.

  
  


• Availability within three weeks of offer date.

Benefits 

Copperhead Technologies offers a competitive benefits plan including: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Life and Disability Insurance


• 401(k)


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Holidays


• Employee Assistance Program


• Pet Insurance