Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
AV is seeking an experienced Air Defense Artillery Operations Analyst to join our team in support of the 32 Army Air Missile Defense Command at Fort Bliss, Texas. This position is integral to the Operations Center (OPCEN), supporting real-time military operations across the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR). The successful candidate will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure smooth communication, sustained situational awareness, and operational continuity.
Key Responsibilities:
Support 24/7 operations within a high-tempo operations center, coordinating with Combatant Commands, Army Commands, Joint Task Forces, and coalition forces to maintain situational awareness.
Prepare daily plans estimates and provide clear and actionable information to leadership.
Collect, analyze, and consolidate operational data from subordinate commands and staff for executive summaries and situational updates.
Manage Operations Planning Systems and assist in developing the command Current Operational Picture (COP.)
Maintain awareness of global events impacting operations and provide timely analysis for decision-makers; work with G35 Future Operations Planners .
Ensure round-the-clock monitoring of key military communication systems (NIPR, SIPR, AMHS, Mission Command systems) to ensure operational readiness and continuity.
Coordinate with component command centers on operational issues, readiness, emergency updates, and training status.
Prepare and distribute the Situational Report (SITREP) and assist in the maintenance of operational continuity books, battle drills, and other tracking tools.
Maintain proficiency with audiovisual systems and other automated tools critical to daily operations.
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship required
Active Secret clearance required
12-16 years of experience in military operations or direct support to military/government customers
Minimum of 12 months of Air and Missile Defense experience at the battalion level or higher; preferably experience as an S3/XO in Battalion, Brigade, or AAMDC; or at a Service Component or Combatant Command HQ.
Proven experience working in a contractor role supporting DoD or government agencies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to produce reports and deliverables in various formats (digital matrices, web-enabled formats).
Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills are essential.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiarity with military operations, particularly within a combatant command structure.
Experience working with operational command systems and tools.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Clearance Level
Secret
The salary range for this role is:
$135,355 - $192,150
AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
T_ _his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.
About AV:
AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.
We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.
If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.
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