Space Operations Lead Planner and Integrator
Department of the Navy
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the “How to Apply” section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.
Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Duties
- You will serve as an Space Operations Lead Planner and Integrator in Future Plans (FUPLANS) Division (N53), Plans and Policy Directorate (N5) at U.S.
- Fleet Cyber Command (USFLTCYBERCOM).
- You will serve as a subject matter expert on leveraging the analysis of intelligence products, commander’s guidance, campaign plans, Operations Plans (OPLANs), and Contingency Plans (CONPLANs) for the development of integrated space/cyber war plans.
- You will serve as subject matter expert for insights into strategic and operational-level of war military aspects of electronic ware (EW), and the cyberspace, and space domains.
- You will lead operational planning teams and working groups tasked with developing comprehensive and integrated cyberspace, space, and EW plans.
- You will provide strategic and operational-level support to efforts for targeting selection, validation, synchronization, and execution of cyber actions in support of space operations.
- You will analyze and conduct long-range strategic planning and analyses based on target vulnerabilities and operational capabilities; and brief these planning efforts to senior leaders on a regular basis.
- You will advise division team members on the integration of Navy/DoD Intelligence Community (IC) standards and processes into targeting, assessments, and fires plans to address threat vectors and unclear vulnerabilities.
- You will research and clarify inputs from disparate internal and external sources to provide senior flag-level leadership with strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analyses.
Required Documents
Prepare these documents before applying. Always confirm the exact list on the official announcement, as requirements vary by position:
- A complete resume is required.
- Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments.
- Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications.
- TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume.
- Are you claiming membership in any professional organizations, or possession of a license, certificate or credentials?
- If you claim membership, license, certification, or credentials, you must submit a copy of said document in your application package.
- While unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application, an official transcript will ultimately be required if you are selected for the position.
About this role
The Space Operations Lead Planner and Integrator position with the Department of the Navy is based in Fort Meade Naval Facilities, Maryland. This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. The role pays $150,424 to $197,200 per year.
Day to day, the work involves you will serve as an Space Operations Lead Planner and Integrator in Future Plans (FUPLANS) Division (N53), Plans and Policy Directorate (N5) at U.S. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal service experience this Space Operations Lead Planner and Integrator position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Space Operations Lead Planner and Integrator position with the Department of the Navy in Fort Meade Naval Facilities, Maryland, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
At $150,424 to $197,200 per year, this is a mid-to-senior role where a precisely tailored application matters most. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. Based in Fort Meade Naval Facilities, Maryland, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 26, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.
