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Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel (O-5) orhigher with operational and strategic planning ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

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How much do full time retired lieutenant colonel jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time retired lieutenant colonel in the United States is $81,728.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Retired Lieutenant Colonel vs Full Time Retired Major?

AspectFull Time Retired Lieutenant ColonelFull Time Retired Major
Required CredentialsMilitary commission, advanced leadership trainingMilitary commission, leadership training
Work EnvironmentMilitary, government, defense consultingMilitary, government, defense consulting
Industry UsageHigh in defense and security sectorsHigh in defense and security sectors
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for leadership roles and experienceOften compared for mid-level leadership roles

Both roles involve military leadership experience, but a Lieutenant Colonel typically has more seniority, responsibilities, and credentials than a Major. Retired Lieutenant Colonels often pursue higher-level consulting or leadership roles, whereas retired Majors may focus on mid-level positions or specialized consulting. The key differences lie in rank, experience, and the scope of leadership responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Retired Lieutenant Colonel jobs?

The most popular types of Retired Lieutenant Colonel jobs are:

Infographic showing various Full Time Retired Lieutenant Colonel job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,728 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

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Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Future Operations Planner to support the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Headquarters (HQ), G-3/5 Future Operations Division and its associated sections in New Orleans, LA and throughout the continental United States (CONUS), as required with potential outside of the continental United States (OCONUS) coordination.

I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Future Operations Planner at Terrestris do?

As the Future Operations Planner you will provide planning, program management, and mission assurance support to ensure MARFORRES programs and capabilities remain compliant with Department of War, Department of the Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps policies, procedures, standards, and benchmarks. You will also provide coordination and advisory support to Major Subordinate Commands and feedback to COMMARFORRES to ensure operational alignment and mission success.

What does a typical day look like for the Future Operations Planner?

You will:

Support the MARFORRES G-3/5 Future Operations Division in establishing and administering Marine Corps strategic and operational programs, projects, and actions.

Serve as a daily liaison between Headquarters Marine Corps Plans, Policies, and Operations (PP&O), MARFORRES Assistant Chief of Staff G-3/5, Deputy G-3/5, Future Operations Officer, section heads, and Major Subordinate Commands to ensure mission execution aligns with COMMARFORRES intent.

Apply in-depth knowledge of the Marine Corps Planning Process (MCPP), Joint Planning Process (JPP), and Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) to support program management decision-making, including development and tracking of Plans of Action and Milestones and analysis of joint, service, and MARFORRES-level directives impacting future operations.

Support the development of Marine Corps plans, processes, procedures, and policies in support of enterprise-level programs and initiatives. Coordinate with Department of War, Department of the Navy, Service Component, and Marine Corps working groups to ensure synchronization with MARFORRES strategic and operational planning efforts.

Utilize in-depth knowledge of Marine Corps Order 3061.1 (Total Force Mobilization and Deployment Plan) to develop Execution Orders, Planning Orders, Operations Orders, and Letters of Instruction in support of Global Force Management tasking.

Coordinate planning efforts across action officers to align MARFORRES capabilities with CONUS and OCONUS exercises.

Provide operational planning support through participation in operations, exercise, and Theater Security Cooperation planning conferences. Prepare and deliver briefings on future operations topics as required.

Advise the G-3/5 Division Head on campaign development, deliberate and long-range operational planning, Department of War policy, and joint and service-level future readiness requirements.

Review, assess, and recommend updates to orders, directives, and policies governing operations.

Support task management activities using Enterprise Task Management Software Solution (ETMS2) and the Automated Message Handling System (AMHS).

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the project manager we're looking for if you have:

  • Authorization to work in the United States permanentlywithout sponsorship.
  • An Active SECRET security clearance, or higher.
  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel (O-5) orhigher with operational and strategic planning experience at the MEF level orhigher.
  • A Minimum of (10) years of combined experiencesupporting the Department of Defense, including: - At least (5) years ofexperience in Joint Planning Process or future operations planning - At least (3)years of experience serving in a G-3 or J-3 organization, or at a CombatantCommand or Service Component-level command in a planning or operations role.
  • A Minimum of (5) years of extensive experience withMarine Corps operational planning processes.
  • Working knowledge of the Marine Corps PlanningProcess, Joint Planning Process, and Joint Exercise Life Cycle.
  • Experience supporting joint, service, orcomponent-level headquarters.
  • Familiarity with Marine Corps Order 3061.1, TotalForce Mobilization and Deployment Plan.
  • Demonstrated strong briefing, coordination, andwritten communication skills.

We are extra impressed by folks with:

  • Retired 0-5 Lieutenant Colonel with MARFORRES planning experience.
  • A USMS 0505 MOS or any other service equivalent.
  • Prior experience supporting Marine Forces Reserve,Major Subordinate Commands, or Headquarters Marine Corps.
  • Experience with Global Force Management planning.
  • Experience supporting campaign planning andenterprise-level initiatives.
  • Graduate of the U.S. Army War College, U.S. MarineCorps War College, or other Senior Service College.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME