Integrated Air Missile Defense Planner (Strategic Planner 2-3) - 30497

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Date: Oct 1, 2026

Location: Tampa, FL, Florida, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 30497 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $66,921.00 - $105,000.00 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Mid 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

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

  • 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.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

The Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Planner (Strategic Planner 2-3) serves as a regional IAMD subject matter expert supporting USCENTCOM’s Security Cooperation (SC) mission. The analyst provides programmatic, operational, and strategic expertise to develop, implement, and assess IAMD strategies, plans, and partner‑nation capabilities. This position operates within a strategic Joint command environment and requires 6–10 years of experience in integrated air and missile defense, joint or combined planning, interoperability, command and control, and partner‑engagement activities. Excellent writing and briefing skills are essential, with demonstrated ability to produce executive‑level products, reporting, and engagement readouts.

Essential Job Responsibilities

1. Strategy, Plans, and Program Integration

  • Develop and refine USCENTCOM IAMD strategies, objectives, and plans in support of Security Cooperation (SC) activities.
  • Produce and contribute to key planning documents, including the Theater Campaign Plan (TCP), Country Security Cooperation Plans (CSCPs), and supporting higher‑headquarters guidance.
  • Review and provide recommendations on IAMD components of CSCPs following each TCP update to ensure alignment with campaign objectives.
  • Support bilateral and multilateral agreement development to advance the Commander's IAMD objectives.

 

2. Integrated Air and Missile Defense Planning

  • Serve as a primary analyst and action officer for IAMD within the SC Plans Division.
  • Lead integration of IAMD requirements into theater‑level and country‑level plans.
  • Track progress of the IAMD Base Plan and perform assessments of regional partner interoperability.
  • Provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership on capability development, interoperability progress, and strategic planning priorities.

 

3. Synchronization, Coordination, and Event Support

  • Support planning and execution of IAMD‑related, command‑sponsored events, including exercises, tabletop exercises (TTXs), wargames, and interoperability working groups.
  • Facilitate data recording, information management, and product development using Microsoft Office suite tools.
  • Assist in developing briefings for OSD, CENTCOM Commander and Deputy Commander, and visiting dignitaries.
  • Maintain a comprehensive repository of approved IAMD plans, assessments, and analytic products accessible to the IAMD team.

 

4. Regional Expertise, Engagement, and Interoperability Assessments

  • Maintain expert-level awareness of regional IAMD capabilities, challenges, and partner‑nation developments.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to security cooperation teams at U.S. embassies and other forward locations.
  • Track and assess partner‑nation interoperability progress, providing regular analytic updates to the IAMD Manager and Branch Chief.
  • Participate in key leader engagements and working groups, offering IAMD expertise to inform senior‑level discussions and decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications

Level 2 = 3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.

Level 3 = 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience. .

  • Experience working within a strategic, Joint or Combined command environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in IAMD planning, partner engagement, interoperability assessments, and command‑and‑control integration.
  • Strong executive writing skills with ability to produce engagement readouts, strategic reporting, and senior leader briefings.
  • Proven briefing skills with experience presenting to senior military and civilian officials.
  • 3–5 years of experience in air and missile defense capability analysis, Foreign Military Sales, sustainment, readiness, or related fields.
  • Experience with maintenance, readiness, logistics, or sustainment planning for defense systems.
  • Familiarity with Patriot, THAAD, NASAMS, C‑UAS, and related air and missile defense architectures.
  • Understanding of radar sharing, data‑sharing, inventory tracking, and command‑and‑control integration.
  • Knowledge of Link‑16, JREAP, JICO concepts, and cyber Risk Management Framework (RMF) considerations impacting air and missile defense systems
  • U.S. citizenship with active Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI preferred 

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Preferred Requirements

  • Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) architecture and planning.
  • Familiarity with Patriot, THAAD, NASAMS, Counter‑Unmanned Aerial Systems (C‑UAS), and associated systems.
  • Foreign Military Sales (FMS) processes related to air and missile defense.
  • Joint Interoperability Control Officer (JICO) concepts.
  • Link‑16 and Joint Range Extension Applications Protocol (JREAP).
  • Radar sharing, data-sharing frameworks, and interoperability architectures.
  • Readiness inventory tracking and analysis.
  • Understanding of Cyber Risk Management Framework (RMF) implications for IAMD systems.

 

Desired Attributes:

  • Ability to collaborate across Joint, interagency, and partner‑nation organizations.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple complex tasks.
  • Comfortable engaging with senior leaders, partner representatives, and technical experts.

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.


The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
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.

Do You Need Assistance? 
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. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.