The United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) in Colorado Springs, CO is searching for a well-qualified candidate to fill a MILITARY DECEPTION PLANNING SPECIALIST NH-0301-03 position. Come join our amazing team who helps ensure there is never a day without space!

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Position: MILITARY DECEPTION PLANNING SPECIALIST NH-0301-03

Location: USSPACECOM, Colorado Springs, CO

Suspense: Applications from interested candidates are due by COB 6 FEB 2025

PCS Entitlements: May be offered

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be offered

Telework: Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework"

Description of Position: Serves as the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) MILDEC Program Manager/Planner to plan, organize, resource and determine necessary policies, regulations, directives, programs, doctrine, and procedures for the establishment and maintenance of assigned USSPACECOM program(s).

Position Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conducts planning, resourcing, evaluation, analysis, and investigation of Military Deception (MILDEC) in support of USSPACECOM Information Operations (IO).
• Serves as the Command MILDEC manager, delegated responsibility, and authority to formulate and integrate policy and planning to integrate MILDEC for USSPACECOM operations in support of national objectives.
• Analyzes and determines the intent of current policy statements to formulate USSPACECOM MILDEC concepts and policy, and reviews USSPACECOM’s Operational Plans (OPLANS) and Contingency Plans (CONPLANS) for legality, suitability, feasibility, technical accuracy, adequacy, risk, and integration of MILDEC content.
• The incumbent writes or edits regulations, policies, guidelines and procedures amplifying or implementing DoD and Joint Chief of Staff (JCS) policy.
• Ensures the security, appropriateness, accuracy, and dissemination of all operational procedures and guidelines.

Key Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge and staff planning, execution and monitoring of Joint military and space operations at the tactical through operational levels gained through well rounded experience.
• Expert knowledge of MILDEC regulatory requirements, regulations and directives with knowledge of long-range priorities, objectives and Unified Command management plan of USSPACECOM and to serve as a technical authority on MILDEC issues of interface and overlap.
• Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of military deception to include the appropriate application of MILDEC tactics, techniques, and procedures to the planning and execution of military operations at all levels.
• Mastery level knowledge of information operations core, supporting, and related capabilities IO, MISO, OPSEC, EW, CO, civil affairs, combat camera, public affairs, and defense support to public diplomacy) with knowledge of the other core, supporting, and related Information Related Capabilities (IRCs) and competencies to assist USSPACECOM planners as required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of service and joint military doctrine supporting the complete spectrum of military operations.

Qualification Requirements:

• At least 1 years of experience at the next lower broadband/grade level (or equivalent) in performing 4-5 major duties of position.
• Bachelor’s degree is desirable. Higher level degree such as Master’s or Ph.D. preferred.
• Certifications: Joint Information Operations Planner’s Course and/or Joint MILDEC Training Course or Service equivalent required.
• Joint and Service MILDEC experience is critical to the successful completion of the work. MILDEC experience is highly preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
• Position requires drug testing.
• Occasional travel away from the regular duty location may be required
• May be required to work irregular duty hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays

The federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to employees. Below is a brief overview:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Long-Term Care Insurance (large variety of plan options available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation - New employees start out with 4 hours of annual leave per pay period (13 days/year); after 3 years it is 6 hours per pay period (19.5 days/year); after 15 years it is 8 hours per pay period (26 days/year).
• Sick Leave Accrual - In addition to annual leave, everyone accrues 4 hours of sick leave per pay period (13 days per year) for the entirety of their career.
• Federal Employee Retirement System
• Roth & Traditional Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) - similar to private sector 401(k). The govt matches the first 3% of your contributions dollar for dollar and the following 2% are matched at $0.50 to each dollar you contribute. Visit for more info