Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Planning Specialist (Mission Assurance)
Mission Technologies, a division of HII, Columbia, SC, United States
Requisition Number: 28277
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $48,583.00 - $60,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: Entry Level HI
This opportunity resides with
All-Domain Operations (ADO) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.
HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision‑making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.
Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
Job Description
HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced
Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Planning Specialist
to provide mission assurance and strategic planning support for critical defense operations. This role serves as a key advisor for IAMD program management, delivering expertise in joint operational planning, exercise coordination, and coalition integration. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of air and missile defense operations and demonstrate proficiency in Joint Operation Planning Process (JOPP) methodologies.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Advisory Support
Provide consulting and advisory support for management of the IAMD program
Deliver subject matter expertise on operational requirements for joint IAMD operations
Support development of Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and Rules of Engagement (ROE) for joint/combined air and missile defense operations
Provide strategic planning and C2 (Command and Control) integration expertise during conferences and exercise planning events
Operational Planning & Documentation
Execute JOPP-based planning and development of operational guides, Concept Plans (CONPLANs), appendices, and campaign plans
Build operational planning and country engagement budgets supporting Air Combat Command (ACC) and Combatant Command (COCOM)
Develop Fiscal Year operational engagement proposals for ACC and COCOM
Review current operations, plans, Air Force Instructions (AFIs), and joint publications to prepare briefings for ACC leadership
Coordination & Integration
Coordinate with service components, higher headquarters, and coalition partners to implement integrated defense plans
Participate in all phases of regional IAMD exercises
Collaborate with Higher Headquarters (HHQ), joint and coalition partners on exercise development, execution, and interoperability assessments
Create and coordinate staff actions in the Task Management Tool (TMT)
Assessment & Evaluation
Create assessment plans to evaluate IAMD objectives, interoperability, and integration within the COCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR)
Report findings and recommendations to the division chief
Produce engagement situational reports, after-action reports, and conference summaries
Input and analyze data in the Global Theater Security Cooperation Management Information System (G-TSCMIS)
Event Management & Execution
Organize and conduct meetings, conferences, briefings, and site surveys for operational planning
Participate in COCOM and ACC exercises, planning conferences, and video teleconferences (VTCs)
Deploy as required to support operational engagements, exercises, and planning conferences
Administrative & Logistical Support
Conduct administrative tasks including event scheduling, space reservations, and travel coordination
Manage APACS (Automated Planning and Control System), TDY (Temporary Duty) funding requests, flight/travel arrangements, and other required actions
Coordinate all logistical requirements for exercises and planning events
Minimum Qualifications
0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
Certification: Completion of the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) Staff Officer Course within one year of hire (if not previously completed)
Experience: Minimum one (1) year of Air Operations Center (AOC) or equivalent experience in an IAMD-related role
Technical Proficiency: At least one (1) year of experience with Microsoft Office Suite and email systems
Travel Documents: Possession of a valid U.S. passport and ability to meet visa requirements for international travel
Availability: Ability to deploy on short notice to support operational requirements
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance (required at time of hire)
Preferred Requirements
Advanced Education: Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, International Relations, Military Science, or related field
Military Experience:
Prior military service as a rated officer in air defense, air operations, or related career field
Experience serving in a COCOM or ACC staff position
Combat or operational deployment experience
Certifications:
Completion of BMDS Staff Officer Course prior to application
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Level I or II
Air and Space Operations Center (AOC) Weapons Director Course
Advanced IAMD planning courses
Operational Experience:
3+ years of experience in IAMD operations or planning
Experience with Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, or other IAMD systems
Previous experience supporting COCOM exercises or real-world operations
Experience in coalition or multinational operations
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with G-TSCMIS database management
Experience with Task Management Tool (TMT) or similar systems
Familiarity with APACS and military travel systems
Regional Expertise: Knowledge of specific COCOM AORs (INDOPACOM, EUCOM, CENTCOM, etc.)
Physical Requirements
Ability to deploy to austere or combat environments as required
Capability to work extended hours during exercises and operational events
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 25% travel)
Work may require sitting for extended periods during planning sessions
Must be able to work in secure facilities (SCIFs) as required
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
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Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $48,583.00 - $60,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: Entry Level HI
This opportunity resides with
All-Domain Operations (ADO) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.
HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision‑making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.
Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
Job Description
HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced
Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Planning Specialist
to provide mission assurance and strategic planning support for critical defense operations. This role serves as a key advisor for IAMD program management, delivering expertise in joint operational planning, exercise coordination, and coalition integration. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of air and missile defense operations and demonstrate proficiency in Joint Operation Planning Process (JOPP) methodologies.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Advisory Support
Provide consulting and advisory support for management of the IAMD program
Deliver subject matter expertise on operational requirements for joint IAMD operations
Support development of Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and Rules of Engagement (ROE) for joint/combined air and missile defense operations
Provide strategic planning and C2 (Command and Control) integration expertise during conferences and exercise planning events
Operational Planning & Documentation
Execute JOPP-based planning and development of operational guides, Concept Plans (CONPLANs), appendices, and campaign plans
Build operational planning and country engagement budgets supporting Air Combat Command (ACC) and Combatant Command (COCOM)
Develop Fiscal Year operational engagement proposals for ACC and COCOM
Review current operations, plans, Air Force Instructions (AFIs), and joint publications to prepare briefings for ACC leadership
Coordination & Integration
Coordinate with service components, higher headquarters, and coalition partners to implement integrated defense plans
Participate in all phases of regional IAMD exercises
Collaborate with Higher Headquarters (HHQ), joint and coalition partners on exercise development, execution, and interoperability assessments
Create and coordinate staff actions in the Task Management Tool (TMT)
Assessment & Evaluation
Create assessment plans to evaluate IAMD objectives, interoperability, and integration within the COCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR)
Report findings and recommendations to the division chief
Produce engagement situational reports, after-action reports, and conference summaries
Input and analyze data in the Global Theater Security Cooperation Management Information System (G-TSCMIS)
Event Management & Execution
Organize and conduct meetings, conferences, briefings, and site surveys for operational planning
Participate in COCOM and ACC exercises, planning conferences, and video teleconferences (VTCs)
Deploy as required to support operational engagements, exercises, and planning conferences
Administrative & Logistical Support
Conduct administrative tasks including event scheduling, space reservations, and travel coordination
Manage APACS (Automated Planning and Control System), TDY (Temporary Duty) funding requests, flight/travel arrangements, and other required actions
Coordinate all logistical requirements for exercises and planning events
Minimum Qualifications
0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
Certification: Completion of the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) Staff Officer Course within one year of hire (if not previously completed)
Experience: Minimum one (1) year of Air Operations Center (AOC) or equivalent experience in an IAMD-related role
Technical Proficiency: At least one (1) year of experience with Microsoft Office Suite and email systems
Travel Documents: Possession of a valid U.S. passport and ability to meet visa requirements for international travel
Availability: Ability to deploy on short notice to support operational requirements
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance (required at time of hire)
Preferred Requirements
Advanced Education: Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, International Relations, Military Science, or related field
Military Experience:
Prior military service as a rated officer in air defense, air operations, or related career field
Experience serving in a COCOM or ACC staff position
Combat or operational deployment experience
Certifications:
Completion of BMDS Staff Officer Course prior to application
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) Level I or II
Air and Space Operations Center (AOC) Weapons Director Course
Advanced IAMD planning courses
Operational Experience:
3+ years of experience in IAMD operations or planning
Experience with Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, or other IAMD systems
Previous experience supporting COCOM exercises or real-world operations
Experience in coalition or multinational operations
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with G-TSCMIS database management
Experience with Task Management Tool (TMT) or similar systems
Familiarity with APACS and military travel systems
Regional Expertise: Knowledge of specific COCOM AORs (INDOPACOM, EUCOM, CENTCOM, etc.)
Physical Requirements
Ability to deploy to austere or combat environments as required
Capability to work extended hours during exercises and operational events
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 25% travel)
Work may require sitting for extended periods during planning sessions
Must be able to work in secure facilities (SCIFs) as required
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
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