Operations Planning Support Specialist; Security COOP; Mission Assurance

Operations Planning Support Specialist (Security COOP) (Mission Assurance
1) - 26502

Apply for the Operations Planning Support Specialist (Security COOP) (Mission Assurance
1) - 26502 role at HII.

$48,583.00/yr - $56,000.00/yr

• Requisition Number: 26502
• Required Travel: 11–25%
• Employment Type:
  
  Full Time, Salaried, Exempt
• Security Clearance: TS/SCI
• Level of
  
  Experience:
  
  Entry Level HI

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an Operations Planning Support Specialist (Security COOP) to support our mission partner operations from Shaw AFB, SC. The role involves shaping U.S. engagement across the Middle East by coordinating multinational events, advising senior leaders, and driving Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) initiatives that influence regional security.

• Provide expertise on political-military, economic, and military‑to‑military cooperation events supporting AF operations.
• Coordinate multilateral engagement events, including Middle East Air Symposiums, regional air shows, conferences, and other key engagement programs.
• Assist with senior‑leader correspondence to U.S. and foreign leaders, staffing processes, and high‑visibility briefing preparation.
• Advise on strategy supporting long‑range Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) efforts and develop strategic objectives.
• Provide input to financial plans supporting TSC programs and assist with information management.
• Review security cooperation guidance from OSD, HAF, USCENTCOM, and AFCENT to ensure alignment with theater priorities.
• Support quarterly assessments of the Theater Campaign Support Plan through briefings, presentations, and data analysis.
• Develop and track fiscal‑year financial plans for TSC events.
• Manage TSC data in systems such as G‑TSCMIS, SOCIUM, C2IE, and CFR.
• Support development of TSC Assessment Briefs, Flight Plans, and senior‑level briefings.
• Coordinate travel throughout the AOR, including key leader engagements and follow‑up actions.
• Serve as Humanitarian Assistance project coordinator, working with USCENTCOM, Country Teams, and AEWs/AEGs.
• Monitor contracting processes and ensure visibility and accountability for humanitarian projects.
• Review operations, plans, and publications to prepare senior officers for theater operations.
• Support CONUS visits from foreign military personnel, including escort duties and transportation coordination.

• No experience required with a Bachelor’s in a related field; or high school diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications or e‑mail systems.
• Minimum of three years’ experience on a NAF or component command staff or higher level or other service equivalent.
• Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• U.S. passport and visa for travel to USCENTCOM AOR countries.

• Bachelor’s level degree or minimum of five years’ experience on a NAF or component command staff or higher level or other service equivalent.
• Experience supporting Theater Security Cooperation or international engagement programs.
• Familiarity with USCENTCOM AOR political‑military dynamics.
• Prior experience coordinating senior‑leader engagements or multinational events.
• Knowledge of systems such as G‑TSCMIS, SOCIUM, C2IE, or CFR.
• Strong briefing, writing and analytical skills suited for senior‑level audiences.
• Ability to work independently in fast‑paced, high‑visibility operational environments.

May require working in office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environments; must be capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

Competitive benefits including best‑in‑class medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; 401(k) plan; financial planning tools; life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; early‑childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.

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