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$104K - $166K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is currently seeking to hire an experienced G7 Military Exercise Planner ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

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$104K - $166K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is currently seeking to hire an experienced G7 Military Exercise Planner ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

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Exercise Planner

Jacksonville, NC · On-site

$47K - $65K/yr

Interact with civilian authorities and law enforcement agencies, manages all Realistic Military ... of contract/task order for a USSOCOM unit. * Prime or independent contractor must have conducted ...

... Military Information Support Operations (MISO), and Military Deception (MILDEC)--the planner ... This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI ...

Exercise Planner

Edinburgh, IN · On-site

$52K - $71K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

... Military Deception (MILDEC)-the planner ensures exercises are realistic, mission-aligned, and ... This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI ...

Exercise Planner

Annville, PA · On-site

$52K - $72K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

Exercise Planner

Edinburgh, IN · On-site

$52K - $71K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

Exercise Planner

Fort Dodge, IA · On-site

$52K - $71K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

Exercise Planner

Fort Leavenworth, KS

$51K - $70K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

Exercise Planner

Fort Smith, AR · On-site

$50K - $69K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

Exercise Planner

Beverly, KS · On-site

$51K - $70K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

Exercise Planner

Annville, PA · On-site

$52K - $72K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

$50K - $68K/yr

This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Provide subject ... Background of at least 10 years' Military or DoD experience with and at least 2 years' experience ...

Bachelor's degree in emergency management, homeland security, military science, or a related field ... Experience with Government exercise planning tools and systems (e.g., JTIMS). * Relevant ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract military exercise planner in the United States is $65,702.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Military Exercise Planner vs Contract Military Operations Coordinator?

AspectContract Military Exercise PlannerContract Military Operations Coordinator
CredentialsMilitary planning certifications, security clearanceMilitary operations certifications, security clearance
Work EnvironmentField exercises, military bases, training sitesOperational planning offices, military bases
Employer & IndustryDefense contractors, military agenciesDefense contractors, military agencies

The Contract Military Exercise Planner focuses on designing and coordinating military training exercises, while the Contract Military Operations Coordinator manages ongoing military operations and logistics. Both roles require similar credentials and work within the defense industry, but their primary responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Contract Military Exercise Planner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,702 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

G7 Exercise Planner / Active Secret / Vicenza, Italy

Peraton

$104K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is currently seeking to hire an experienced G7 Military Exercise Planner for its' Southern European Task Force-Africa (SETAF-AF) Strategic Mission Support Program

Location:

  • Vicenza, Italy - this position is based in Vicenza, Italy, and will require frequent business travel to the African continent or other global locations.
  • Relocation is available and the position can be accompanied

Role & Description: 

  • Our Southern European Task Force-Africa (SETAF-AF) Strategic Mission Support Program is seeking a G7 Military Exercise Planner to join our diverse team in Vicenza, Italy.
  • This position supports the SETAF-AF G7 Staff Directorate in the planning and execution of U.S. African Command (USAFRICOM), U.S. Army Europe-Africa (USAREUR-AF), and SETAF-AF exercises on the European and African continents.
  • You will will facilitate all aspects of exercise coordination and preparation throughout the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) across all staff elements, both within SETAF-AF and externally as required.
  • You will develop, coordinate, and execute Command Post Exercise (CPX) training with emphasis on Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) and operational environment development. Candidates should be familiar with the Joint Planning Process (JPP) and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) and be able to translate strategic directives into comprehensive exercise design and plans.
  • Additional duties will include:
    • JELC event management,
    • orders production,
    • concept development,
    • multi-year exercise strategy development,
    • integration of innovation and technology, and
    • logistical planning.
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 10 years of experience as a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer or Officer in the U.S. military.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with military planning, design, and execution of Brigade-level or higher headquarters-level exercises.
  • Experience planning within the Joint Exercise Life Cycle framework.
  • Experience with the Joint Training Tool for exercise resourcing, design, and management.
  • U.S.citizenship required.
  • Active Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Military Intermediate Level Education (ILE) or equivalent.
  • School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS) graduate.
  • Staff experience at the Division headquarters or higher.
  • Experience with planning, design, and execution of Joint and Combined exercises.
Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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