JM Exercise Support Facilitator
About The Position
DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a Exercise Support Facilitator provides critical support to MD 3/S7 by planning, coordinating, and executing exercises and wargames that enhance operational readiness and effectiveness. This role involves developing Measures of Performance (MOPs), Desired Learning Objectives (DLOs), supporting planning conferences, attending exercises, and generating comprehensive After Action Reports (AARs). The Facilitator ensures alignment with the Service Exercise Plan (SEP) and maintains thorough coordination with stakeholders to achieve exercise objectives.
Requirements
- Active Secret Clearance - TS/SCI eligibility preferred
- Minimum of eight years of experience in exercise planning, facilitation, and execution within military, defense, or comparable operational environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing operational objectives, defining performance measures, and ensuring successful exercise outcomes.
- Proven ability to coordinate and collaborate effectively with joint, interagency, and multinational partners is highly preferred.
- CERTIFICATION: Professional Military Education (PME) or Joint Exercise Planner certification is preferred. Additional certifications in project or exercise planning, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Master Exercise Practitioner Program (MEPP), are highly desirable and demonstrate advanced expertise in exercise design and execution.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive staff support including task response, document review and development, training plan validation, and SAP policy integration.
- Coordinate with MD 3 units to develop MOPs and DLOs for each exercise event.
- Attend and actively participate in all planning conferences related to exercises and wargames, providing MD 3 inputs.
- Support and attend exercises and training events as needed and directed.
- Prepare, review, and publish exercise After Action Reports (AARs) to capture key findings and recommendations; ensure reports are uploaded into the Joint Integrated Lessons Learned System (JLLIS).
- Coordinate exercise requirements with internal and external stakeholders to secure necessary resources and support.
- Deliver pre- and post-execution exercise briefings to MD 3 leadership.
- Support the integration of exercise lessons learned into future planning and operational improvements.
Benefits
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Income Protection: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and legal services
- Paid Leave: Generous PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and one floating holiday
- Legal & Identity Protection: LegalShield and IDShield
- Additional Insurance: Whole life, accident, and critical care coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
