Description SAIC is seeking a highly experienced Special Technical Operations (STO) Lead Planner to support the U.S. Air Forceu2019s Collaborative Operations for Battlespace Resilient Architecture (COBRA) program at USAFEu2013AFAFRICA. This role directly supports the integration of advanced Special Access Program (SAP) capabilities into joint, coalition, and interagency operations, aligning with JADC2 and MDO priorities. The STO Lead Planner will serve as the A3/10 focal point for STO operational planning activities, ensuring compliance with SAP policy, leading multi-domain mission planning, and synchronizing STO contributions across Air, Joint, and partner-nation mission sets. Key Responsibilities: Operational Planning & Synchronization Lead STO integration into Joint, Air Component, and multi-domain operational plans. Synchronize SAP-enabled capabilities with broader USAFEu2013AFAFRICA operations, ensuring classification and compartmented handling compliance. Support Crisis Action Planning (CAP) and time-sensitive mission planning. Develop and refine detailed mission plans supporting operational, contingency, and theater-wide objectives. SAP & Compartment Management Ensure adherence to SAP policy, security requirements, and SAPF procedures. Coordinate with security managers on SAP readu2011ons, audits, and classification handling. Oversee creation, storage, and dissemination of STO mission products. Joint, Coalition, and Interagency Integration Represent STO equities in Joint Planning Groups (JPGs), Operational Planning Teams (OPTs), and working groups. Coordinate STO capabilities with NATO and coalition partners, ensuring interoperability and proper handling of multinational access limitations. Provide STO subject-matter expertise to Joint, interagency, and USAFE mission partners. Mission Execution, Assessments & Reporting Monitor ongoing missions and adjust STO contributions to changing operational needs. Conduct postu2011mission and postu2011exercise assessments to evaluate STO effectiveness and identify improvements. Contribute to operational reporting requirements including inputs for Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), Technical Directive Plan (TDP) reporting, and other contractual reporting requirements. Exercise & Rehearsal Support Integrate STO capabilities into U.S., NATO, coalition, and Joint exercises. Develop STO injects, scenario elements, and classificationu2011controlled mission threads. Provide on-site support to large-force exercises, tabletop exercises, and rehearsal-of-concept drills. Cross-Functional Coordination Maintain collaborative relationships and serve as a liaison between STO, A3/10 leadership, C2 nodes, and mission support elements. Coordinate with mission partners, program managers, and technical leads across the COBRA enterprise. Qualifications Required Experience/Qualifications 15 years of Air Operations experience. 10 years of (Special Access Program) SAP experience. 5 years 5th Generation (5th GEN) integration experience. US Citizen and Active U.S. Top Secret / SCI and SAP Clearance. Bachelor's and 18 or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree Desired Experience/Qualifications : Graduate of USAF or USN Fighter Weapons School (or equivalent advanced tactical instructor qualification). Experience with the Planning and Decision Aid System (PDAS) for Integrated Joint STO planning. Familiarity with Joint planning systems such as JOPES/APEX and Air Force C2/mission-planning systems (e.g., TBMCS, JMPS). Prior experience supporting NATO, coalition, or forward-deployed operational staffs. Experience supporting Joint or coalition exercises and planning events. 3 years of experience serving on Major Command (MAJCOM) Staff. Formal training or certification related to STO or SAP mission planning. Additional Benefits (dependent on personal eligibility and / or meeting length of employment requirements): Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) Individual Logistics Support, including: German tax exemption Base Exchange and Commissary Privileges Motor vehicle registration Access to VAT-free vehicle fuel Armed Forces Post Office (APO) services Reimbursement for minor dependent education at the duty location and access to the DoD Education Activities (DoDEA) school system on a space-A basis. Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) at the Group 3 rate Relocation to / from Germany Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (US Federal Income Tax Exclusion) REQNUMBER: 2613507 SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability