Precision Strike Mission Planning Analyst

Quick Facts

• Role: Precision Strike Mission Planning Analyst (TLAM mission planning; Navy Certified Navigation Product Analyst)
• Focus: Mission planning for strategic/operational tactical/flight test missions and related navigation products
• Work environment: Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) with restrictions on personal electronics
• Clearance: Interim/final security clearance required; eligibility for TS/SCI with SAP access

Description

Serve as a TLAM Mission Planner and a Navy Certified Navigation Product Analyst, applying policies, procedures, tactics, and mission planning tools used to produce, distribute, and maintain operational and flight test missions. You will evaluate mission planning tools and embedded complex models to find discrepancies and opportunities for enhanced research and information. Provide expert analysis across missile guidance systems, navigation product theory, probabilities, analytical techniques, and mission airspace management products.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support Precision Strike missions (operational strategic, operational tactical, and flight test)
• Analyze and validate planning tools and embedded models for discrepancies and improvement areas
• Apply expertise in missile guidance systems, navigation product theory, and maintenance tools
• Provide expertise in weapon systems airspace management products
• Collaborate with weapon system program office engineers, software developers, and site contractors
• Execute navigation product generation and mission suitability analysis using required systems and models

Requirements

• US citizenship
• Determined suitable for federal employment
• Obtain and maintain interim and/or final security clearance; maintain eligibility for TS/SCI with SAP access
• Travel ability (CONUS/OCONUS), including extended periods on military and commercial aircraft
• Pass stereoscopic vision (stereo-acuity) test for exploiting stereo imagery
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport
• Pass pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) and comply with random testing
• SCIF compliance: no Wi‑Fi/cell service; personal electronic devices not permitted without written authorization
• Uncommon tour may include nights, weekends, and holidays; overtime/unusual hours may be required
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service; must participate in direct deposit
• Meet grade-specific specialized experience requirements for the selected GS level (or approved education/experience substitutions)

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits package (eligibility depends on position and schedule)
• Possible incentives (e.g., recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment) if authorized for eligible selectees