Virtual Neptune Hawk Operations Planner

Virtual Neptune Hawk (VNH) Operations Planner

The VNH Operations Planner serves as a specialized Project Officer supporting the planning, preparation, execution, and evaluation of Virtual Neptune Hawk events within a simulator setting. Reporting to the NH Team Lead and collaborating with the broader NH Team at JBPH-H, this position focuses on operational planning for both simulated and live NEPTUNE HAWK exercises, as well as other INDOPACOM or PACAF-directed events. The planner ensures realism and relevance in simulation scenarios, contributes to after-action reviews, and supports mission success through technical and operational expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• VNH Event Planning and Execution
• Support the Active Duty NH OCE Lead planners and NH Team Lead throughout the full VNH Joint Exercise Lifecycle.
• Coordinate the development, integration, and execution of realistic scenarios in simulation environments, including intelligence, logistics, and AOC-like functions.
• Design threat presentations, create simulated orders of battle, and develop scenario injects to engage participants.
• Support after-action review processes to identify improvement areas in simulated operations.

Technical and Operational Expertise

Security and Compliance

Communication and Liaison

Program Support and Evaluation

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation and Benefits : Salary Range : $125,000.00 - $165,150.00 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits : Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs. Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status. Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.