Senior Bilateral Operational Planning Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

The Bilateral Operational Planning Analyst supports USMC bilateral operational planning efforts between MARCENT and partner nations to strengthen interoperability and collective security. This role participates in developing bilateral plans and agreements, analyzes partner-nation interoperability requirements, drafts planning documents, and coordinates with partner militaries during working groups and exercises. With 5–10 years of joint and service-level planning experience, and expertise in bilateral and multilateral contingency planning, the analyst also provides assessments, briefs, strategic guidance, and in-progress reviews. Knowledge of Middle Eastern states, religious and ethnic groups, and familiarity with U.S. embassy, SDO / DATT, and USLO structures further enable the analyst to strengthen partner-nation cooperation. By combining operational planning expertise with regional knowledge, the Bilateral Operational Planning Analyst enhances MARCENT’s ability to build interoperability and sustain strategic partnerships.

• THIS EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

Responsibilities / Duties :

Supplemental Duties :

Administrative Duties :

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None.

Education / Experience / Qualification :

Additional Skills :

Location :

Primary workplace is MARCENT Headquarters, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida.

Work Environment :

Office environment within a joint military / civilian / contractor staff. Includes participation in bilateral working groups and exercises with partner nations.

Physical Demands :

Primarily sedentary office work with extensive computer use. May involve travel to participate in bilateral meetings and exercises.

Work Schedule :

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday–Friday, 0800–1600.

May require flexibility for bilateral events and exercises.

License and Other Requirements :

Valid U.S. Driver’s License. Eligibility for issuance of a Common Access Card (CAC).

Salary and Benefits :

As stated during the hiring process.

Security Clearance :

TS / SCI clearance required.

Travel :

May include CONUS and OCONUS travel to support bilateral planning conferences, working groups, and exercises.