Exercise Project Officer– JBPHH, Hawaii; Must have an active Secret Clearance

JBPHH, HIFull-timePosted Apr 9, 2026

🚨 Now Hiring: Exercise Project Officer (Secret Clearance Required)

📍 Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii
📌 Full-Time | On-site | Travel up to 25%

Join Synertex LLC and make a global impact. We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Exercise Project Officer to support Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (HQ PACAF) in planning, executing, and evaluating high-profile military exercises across the Indo-Pacific region. If you're passionate about strategic operations and thrive in a fast-paced, high-security environment-this is your opportunity to lead.

The salary is based on exercise planning experience, PACAF experience, and aviation related experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead and support PACAF PLANORD exercises across all phases of the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC)-from concept through execution to After-Action Reviews.
  • Manage planning, logistics, and documentation for multinational engagements and operations.
  • Coordinate with U.S. and international stakeholders, from unit-level to national agencies.
  • Analyze and report on the effectiveness of exercise planning and execution.
  • Travel up to 25% to CONUS and OCONUS locations to oversee field operations.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Active Secret Clearance is mandatory.
  • Master's degree preferred, with at least 12 years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience planning USAF MAJCOM-level or equivalent exercises.
  • Aviation background (pilot, navigator, aircrew) strongly preferred.
  • Deep familiarity with PACAF structure, strategy, and INDOPACOM's Theater Campaign Plan.
  • Experience with operational/logistical support for exercises and mobilizations.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and military planning systems such as JOPES, DCAPES, JTIMS, and GTSCMIS.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AREAS:

  • USAF exercise planning, CPXs, FTXs, TTXs, and STAFF-EX within the INDOPACOM AOR.
  • M4S and military funding processes (MIPRs, AF-616s, CAMs).
  • Coordination with MAJCOMs, Wings, and Joint Forces leadership.

BENEFITS:

  • Competitive Paid Time Off
  • 11 Paid Federal Holidays
  • 401(k) with 6% company match
  • Comprehensive health care options
  • Work at one of the most beautiful and strategically important bases in the world: JBPHH, Hawaii

🚀 Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Join a mission-focused team making a strategic difference in national and global defense. Apply today and be a part of Synertex's commitment to excellence and innovation in military operations.


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