Operations Analyst Sr Stf - E5

Standard Job Description

Engaging in matters of national and international importance on broad-ranging topics such as defense policy, threats, doctrine, and operations concepts, models and simulates operations using advanced visualization tools, threat models and command and control models to perform operations analysis and mission effectiveness. Provides a quantitative, rational basis for decision making through the application of logic and scientific disciplines and techniques including mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods, operational mathematics techniques (linear programming, game theory, probability theory, symbolic language, etc.), and other principles and laws of scientific disciplines.

Basic Qualifications

The Operations Analyst will provide comprehensive program tracking, acquisition advisory, and strategic integration support to joint systems and specialized capabilities operating under Special Operations Command Pacific (SOCPAC). Located at Camp Smith, Hawaii, this contractor support position will assist the SOCPAC Cross-Functional Team (CFT) in navigating joint, multi-domain, and Special Operations Forces (SOF) requirements.

The primary focus of this role is supporting the logistical, financial, and contractual preparation required for SOCPAC's annual cycle of exercises. The contractor will assist in tracking the positioning of necessary contract vehicles, interagency agreements, equipment, and communications systems for joint exercises. This role focuses on advisory support for acquisition, budget tracking, logistics, and preparatory functions. The contractor serves as a liaison support bridge between SOCPAC SOJ-Directorates, joint service components (Army, Navy, and Marine Corps SOF), USSOCOM, service acquisition offices, and various System Program Offices (SPOs), acting strictly in an advisory capacity. Work will be performed on-site at Camp Smith, Hawaii, within a secure facility (SCIF) environment.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: CFT Budget & Financial Management Support; CFT Operations & Knowledge Management; Exercise Contract & Equipment Logistics Coordination; Contractor Performance Assessment Support (Advisory); Exercise Planning & Execution Support; Joint Service & SOF Coordination Support; Acquisition & Lifecycle Advisory Support; Drafting & Strategic Planning Support; Schedule & Performance Tracking; Specialized System Coordination Support and Executive Briefings & Draft Reporting. Work will be performed on-site at Camp Smith, Hawaii, within a secure facility (SCIF) environment. Travel up to 25–30% may be required.

Required Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Logistics, National Security, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 8–10 years of project/program management experience, with at least 5 years directly supporting DoW acquisition, financial management, Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), or joint military operations. Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI). Knowledge: Strong familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR/DFARS), DoW Financial Management Regulations (FMR), joint service operations, and joint special operations command structures. Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including a proven track record of delivering concise briefings to senior military and civilian leaders. Highly proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

Desired Skills

Advanced Degree: Master’s degree in a relevant operational, technical, or business discipline (e.g., MBA or Master of Public Financial Management).

Special Operations & Exercise Experience: Prior operational or contractor support experience working within USSOCOM or a Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC), with specific experience planning, executing, or supporting major joint military exercises in the PACOM AOR.

SOF Acquisition & Financial Knowledge: Understanding of MFP-2, MFP-8, and MFP-11 funding lines, SOF-peculiar procurement processes, and rapid fielding initiatives.

Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM), or DAWIA Program Management/Financial Management Level II/III equivalence.

Fires / Kill Chain Execution: Baseline knowledge of sensor systems, sensor capabilities, and sensor integration architectures.

Edge Communications: Baseline knowledge of tactical communications networks and tactical mesh networks, including their integration protocols and pathways into classified networks.

Unmanned Systems (UxS): Hands-on or operational planning experience with larger UxS platforms (specifically Group 2 or Group 3 systems).

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00

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Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.