The Opportunity:
We are seeking a highly capable professional to provide Trainer and Operational Planning Support for government, military, and commercial training programs. This role integrates hands-on instructional delivery, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) expertise, operational planning, mission support, and field-based technical operations. The ideal candidate brings deep military operational experience, strong instructional background, extensive aviation or UAS qualifications, and proven ability to support mission execution in demanding environments.

Travel Requirements

• 40–60% travel, including domestic and international locations.

• Ability to support field exercises, customer demonstrations, and operational deployments.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement training strategies and programs for operators, maintainers, and system administrators.

• Assess training effectiveness through various metrics.

• Provide on-site technical assistance and support.

• Coordinate system installation, testing, and acceptance activities.

• Lead operational planning activities for customer missions and exercises.

• Conduct mission analysis and capability assessments.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to military and government customers.

• Provide operational feedback to product management and engineering teams.

• Support integrated product teams and program reviews.

• Contribute to schedules, risk management, issue resolution, and milestone planning.

Qualifications:
Required: 

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Military Science, Education, Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.

• Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• Active Secret Level Clearance preferred or Ability to obtain Secret level clearance.

• 10+ years of military, government, or defense industry experience.

• 5+ years managing training programs and instructional development.

• Experience serving as a Field Service Representative or operational support lead.

• Experience supporting military exercises, operational testing, or fielding activities.

• Experience developing training materials and conducting classroom and field instruction.

• Experience supporting complex ISR, C5ISR, UAS, Counter-UAS, communications, sensor, or defense systems preferred.

• Military officer or senior NCO experience.

• Joint, combatant command, or operational staff experience.

• Mission planning or operational employment experience.

• Training and doctrine development experience.

• Operational test and evaluation experience

Desired:

• Instructional systems design (ISD)

• Operational planning processes (MDMP, JOPP)

• Technical troubleshooting

• Customer relationship management

• Executive-level briefing skills

• PMP (Project Management Professional)

• Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)

• UAS Pilots license

• Master Training Specialist (MTS)

What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is: