Exercise Planner / Project Manager

SOSi•Pearl City, HI

12d•$125,613 - $163,320•Onsite

About The Position

SOSi is seeking an Exercise Planner / Project Manager to drive mission-critical operations supporting USINDOPACOM across the Indo-Pacific. This role involves operating at the center of a dynamic, multinational exercise ecosystem, aligning global stakeholders, enabling secure network capabilities, and delivering integrated solutions that power Command & Control (C2). The position offers opportunities to travel, engage senior leaders, and directly influence coalition operations.

Requirements

Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility.
Demonstrated experience leading JELC-based exercise planning.
PMP certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Minimum 5+ years supporting military exercises.
Minimum 5+ years supporting operational planning or coordination.
Strong understanding of INDOPACOM operational environment.
Strong understanding of Coalition networks and mission partner integration.
Proven ability to operate in high-tempo, ambiguous environments.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

Agile experience (Scrum Master, Product Owner, SAFe, etc.)
Experience working within IPTs or Agile transformation environments.
Familiarity with IMN, CENTRIXS environments
Familiarity with RMF / ATO processes
Prior experience supporting RIMPAC, Keen Edge, Keen Sword, Balikatan, Yama Sakura, and any other Indo-Pacific theater level Exercises.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute JELC planning activities across multiple exercises.
Coordinate directly with J637, service components, and coalition partners.
Translate operational objectives into technical and network requirements.
Plan and support IPCs, MPCs, FPCs, site surveys and technical exchanges, and Execution and After-Action Reviews (AARs).
Ensure alignment between exercise objectives and capabilities.
Capture, validate, and refine exercise requirements across enclaves (IMN, CX-J/K/G, FVEY).
Deconflict and prioritize requirements across simultaneous exercises and regions.
Coordinate with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure delivery alignment.
Identify gaps, risks, and dependencies early and drive resolution.
Manage execution timelines, milestones, and deliverables tied to exercise support.
Interface with other exercise planners and project managers, engineers, and field teams to track progress.
Ensure delivery aligns with operational timelines and mission priorities.
Support development of ROMs, LOMs, and As-Designed solutions, and status updates and leadership briefings.
Engage with senior DoD leadership, including INDOPACOM J6/J69 and component commands.
Lead and facilitate working groups, planning sessions, and coordination meetings.
Provide clear, actionable updates to both technical and non-technical audiences.