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Project Expedition

Head of Client Experience

New York, NY · Remote

$80K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Opportunity Project Expedition is looking for a hands-on, AI-forward Head of Client Experience ... Improve workforce planning, scheduling, coverage models, training ramps, and peak-season readiness.

Project Expedition

Head of Client Experience

$80K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Opportunity Project Expedition is looking for a hands-on, AI-forward Head of Client Experience ... Improve workforce planning, scheduling, coverage models, training ramps, and peak-season readiness.

Bluewater Federal Solutions, Inc.

Overview BlueWater Federal is looking for an Expeditionary Medical Equipment Program Analyst to ... Provide ExMed/medical logistics planning and modernization support (DoD/Navy modernization ...

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How much do expedition planning jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for expedition planning in the United States is $94,011.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in expedition planning?

To excel in Expedition Planning, you need strong organizational abilities, logistical expertise, environmental knowledge, and often a background in outdoor leadership or related fields. Familiarity with GPS mapping tools, expedition management software, and certifications such as Wilderness First Responder or outdoor safety training are highly valuable. Effective communication, adaptability, and problem-solving are critical soft skills for coordinating teams and handling unforeseen challenges. These skills are essential because successful expedition planning ensures safety, efficiency, and a positive experience for all participants in often unpredictable environments.

What are some of the biggest challenges faced in expedition planning roles?

Professionals in Expedition Planning often navigate unpredictable weather, shifting logistics, and last-minute changes in group needs or travel regulations. Coordinating diverse teams, securing necessary permits, and ensuring safety protocols are strictly followed can also present significant challenges. These roles require thorough attention to detail, robust contingency planning, and excellent communication to keep expeditions running smoothly. Adapting quickly to unforeseen events and maintaining a solutions-focused mindset are key to success in this dynamic field.

What is an expedition planning job?

An Expedition Planning job involves organizing and coordinating logistics for expeditions, ensuring safety, efficiency, and success. Responsibilities may include route mapping, securing permits, arranging transportation, managing supplies, and preparing contingency plans. Planners work closely with teams to assess risks, set timelines, and handle budget considerations. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and experience in outdoor or remote environments. Effective expedition planning enhances the overall experience and minimizes potential hazards.

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Infographic showing various Expedition Planning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 20% Temporary. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,011 per year, or $45.2 per hour.

Senior Planning Support Specialist

Science Applications International Corporation

Camp H M Smith, HI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

SAIC rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 223 rated it services

Job description


The Senior Planning Support Specialist drives day-to-day execution of MARFORPAC G-5 (Plans) deliberate planning support and the daily planning battle rhythm. The role owns delivery of assigned planning support outputs-coordination, staffing, and product production-so leaders receive on-time, decision-ready materials that enable execution across the Joint Planning and Execution Community (JPEC). This role applies established templates/standards and ensures planning actions move from tasking to closure.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead assigned planning support efforts across operational, functional, campaign, and posture planning cycles to meet directed timelines
  • Synchronize inputs across USINDOPACOM, Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC), MARFORPAC staff divisions, adjacent components/sub-unified commands, and Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEFs)
  • Manage planning tasks, suspense dates, staffing actions, decision points, and follow-through to reduce delays and rework
  • Run Operational Planning Team (OPT) and working group support (prep, read-aheads, notes/actions, closeout)
  • Develop briefing decks, information papers, and planning documents for senior leader review/approval
  • Edit and format products to ensure clarity, consistency, and executive-ready quality using established standards
  • Maintain version control and auditable staffing/coordination records across iterations
  • Coordinate program-based planning tasks to align assumptions, inputs, and outputs across organizations
  • Support posture initiative planning activities by organizing inputs, staffing actions, and implementation tracking (as directed)
  • Coach junior staff on battle rhythm discipline, staffing hygiene, and product formatting to improve throughput

Qualifications
  • Bachelors and ten (10) years or more of related experience; Masters and eight (8) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and five (5) years or more experience.
  • Career level school completion (e.g. Expeditionary Warfare School or other service equivalents)
  • Intermediate Level Schools (ILS) completion (e.g. Marine Corps Command and Staff College or other service equivalents)
  • 7+ years' experience supporting military, joint, or federal civilian planning (meetings/working groups, staff products for senior leaders)
  • Demonstrated proficiency producing/editing briefing decks, information papers, and formal planning documents
  • Demonstrated education and application of the Marine Corps Planning Process (MCPP) and the Joint Planning Process (JPP).
  • Familiarity with JPEC processes and joint planning forums (e.g., OPTs, joint planning groups)
  • Ability to comply with government workplace requirements and obtain/maintain any required access/eligibility

Strongly Preferred
  • Intermediate or top-level operational planning education (e.g., JAWS/SAMS/MAWS/SAASS/Service and Joint War Colleges or Fellowships
  • Senior PME (e.g., CGSC/ILE, USMC CSC, Naval/War College equivalents)
  • Prior experience with USINDOPACOM, MARFORPAC, HQMC, a combatant command, Service component, or MEF HQ
  • Doctoral degree in a relevant field

Skills & Competencies
  • Deep functional expertise in deliberate planning support and posture planning integration
  • Advanced analytic framing and problem-solving under ambiguity
  • Expert-level writing/editing and product coherence management
  • Influence without authority; credible advisory presence with senior stakeholders
  • Standards-setting, coaching, and quality assurance mindset

Autonomy, Decision Authority & Accountability
  • Owns technical/functional standards and review thresholds for planning-support quality (government leads retain final approval authority)
  • Decides when to elevate quality risks and require additional review cycles for high-visibility products
  • Accountable for reducing defects, preventing misalignment with guidance, and improving first-pass acceptance of key deliverables

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SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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