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Operations Planner

ENSCO, Inc.
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Mission Systems Group (MSG)
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in operations research, national security studies, military strategy, aerospace studies, political science, intelligence studies, emergency management, logistics, business, engineering, data analytics, or a closely related discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience
  • Relevant experience in operational planning, mission operations, readiness, exercises, logistics, intelligence, cyber operations, continuity, emergency management, or a comparable defense or national-security environment
  • Demonstrated ability to independently own a defined planning workstream
  • Ability to research complex mission topics and analyze data
  • U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance at time of hire
Nice to have
  • Experience with space mission operations or high-consequence contested-domain missions
  • Experience supporting a service component or joint task force
  • Experience with deliberate or crisis-action planning
  • Experience with continuity of operations or mission assurance
  • Exposure to rapid capability maturation or competitive prototyping
What the job really is

The Operations Planner at ENSCO will work closely with government mission leaders to develop and implement strategic plans for military operations in contested environments. Responsibilities include translating strategic objectives into actionable plans, integrating various operational inputs, and ensuring force readiness by identifying gaps and risks. The role emphasizes decision-making speed and resilience in mission planning, requiring collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is $91,000 — $121,000 USD
  • Position contingent upon contract award
  • No specific benefits listed, but a comprehensive package is mentioned
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