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ISR/Air Current Operations Planner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $172,400.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Wellness Program
financial benefits
Retirement Plan
Family support
Continuing Education
Paid Time Off

Job Description

CACI International Inc. is a premier provider of information solutions and services in the defense, intelligence community, and federal civilian government sectors. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, CACI delivers advanced ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) and technological solutions that support critical national security missions. With a strong corporate culture centered on integrity, trust, and continuous growth, CACI empowers its employees to contribute meaningfully to the safety and effectiveness of U.S. government operations worldwide. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that values professional development and work-life balance.

The ISR/Air Current Operations Planner position supports the SCOPES Program at United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) within the Joint Task Force - Western Hemisphere (JTF-WHEM). This role is integral in planning, coordinating, and synchronizing ISR and air operations across the theater to support operational objectives and intelligence priorities. The planner works closely within the Joint Reconnaissance Center (JRC) to integrate ISR capabilities with joint military operations, ensuring that commanders have timely and accurate intelligence for effective decision-making. The position requires managing ISR asset tasking throughout the Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) cycle, coordinating with various joint, coalition, interagency, and national intelligence partners to maintain unity of effort across the operational environment.

This full-time, regular employment opportunity requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance to start, reflecting the sensitive nature of the work. The position demands up to 25% local travel to support operational needs. The ISR/Air Current Operations Planner will contribute to the development of collection strategies and ensure that ISR resources are effectively employed to meet commander priorities for current operations, contingency planning, and multi-domain mission execution. The planner will also prepare and deliver operational briefings and decision support products for senior leadership during routine operations, exercises, and contingency events.

Employment at CACI promises a culture where character and innovation are deeply valued. The company fosters an environment based on trust, giving employees autonomy along with access to a broad range of learning resources and flexible time off benefits. Employees can expect to grow professionally as they participate in advancing critical national missions and shaping the legacy of defense and intelligence services. The pay range for this role is competitive, spanning from $82,100 to $172,400 depending on a variety of factors such as experience, location, and specific skill sets. CACI is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusion across all levels of employment.

Job Requirements

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • minimum of 3 years of experience supporting military air operations, ISR planning, or collection management within a Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, Service Component Headquarters, or equivalent operational headquarters
  • demonstrated knowledge of the joint ISR process, including collection planning, ISR asset management, and the Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) cycle
  • experience developing ISR collection strategies and integrating air and ISR capabilities to support operational objectives and intelligence requirements
  • experience supporting a Joint Reconnaissance Center (JRC), Joint Operations Center (JOC), intelligence fusion center, or comparable operational environment
  • familiarity with the Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP) and joint operational planning concepts
  • proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

Job Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • minimum of 3 years of experience supporting military air operations, ISR planning, or collection management within a Combatant Command, Joint Task Force, Service Component Headquarters, or equivalent operational headquarters
  • demonstrated knowledge of the joint ISR process, including collection planning, ISR asset management, and the Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) cycle
  • experience developing ISR collection strategies and integrating air and ISR capabilities to support operational objectives and intelligence requirements
  • experience supporting a Joint Reconnaissance Center (JRC), Joint Operations Center (JOC), intelligence fusion center, or comparable operational environment
  • familiarity with the Joint Operations Planning Process (JOPP) and joint operational planning concepts
  • proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, for developing operational products and executive briefings
  • experience coordinating with component commands, national intelligence agencies, coalition partners, and interagency organizations in support of theater operations
  • knowledge of airborne ISR platforms, sensor capabilities, and multi-domain intelligence integration
  • experience supporting joint exercises, contingency operations, and theater-level ISR synchronization

Job Duties

  • Plan, coordinate, and synchronize Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and air operations to support theater objectives and the commander's priority intelligence requirements
  • support the establishment, operation, and continuous improvement of the Joint Reconnaissance Center (JRC) to enhance ISR coordination and operational integration
  • develop ISR collection strategies, collection plans, and asset employment recommendations aligned with operational priorities and intelligence requirements
  • coordinate with Joint, Service, coalition, interagency, and national intelligence partners to integrate ISR capabilities and ensure unity of effort across the operational environment
  • manage and synchronize ISR asset tasking throughout the Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) cycle to maximize operational effectiveness
  • prepare and deliver operational briefings, collection updates, and decision support products for senior leaders during routine operations, exercises, and contingency events
  • advise commanders and operational planners on ISR capabilities, collection management, air operations integration, and emerging opportunities to improve situational awareness and decision advantage

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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