EMS Analyst (Electromagnetic Spectrum)

The Opportunity: 

Federal Sherpa is uniquely positioned to support the United States Army’s Mission Command Training Program (MCTP) at Fort Leavenworth, KS by delivering strategic program and project management expertise tailored to MCTP. Leveraging a team of seasoned professionals—including U.S. Army veterans and former senior government executives—we provide mission-focused solutions that enhance War Fighter Exercises and SRM-aligned training. Our commitment to integrity, performance, and innovation ensures that operational forces are equipped to execute unified land operations and respond effectively to domestic crises, reinforcing the Army’s readiness and command capabilities.

Location : Onsite –MCTP – Fort Leavenworth, KS

The Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) Analyst supports the U.S. Army Mission Command Training Program (MCTP) by providing subject matter expertise and analytical support for electromagnetic spectrum operations during large-scale training exercises. The EMS Analyst ensures that spectrum effects are adjudicated properly, synchronized across exercise participants, and compliant with established Rules and Workarounds (R&W) guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Perform duties and responsibilities related to EMS adjudications and the Rules and Workarounds (R&W) process during MCTP exercises.
• Assist in monitoring and validating that EMS effects applied against both BLUE and OPFOR forces are executed in accordance with R&W guidance.
• Coordinate and communicate with BLUE and OPFOR senior control elements to ensure all EMS effects are conducted only during authorized and approved time windows.
• Support the integration and tracking of EMS activities within simulation and exercise control systems.
• Maintain accurate records of EMS adjudications, approvals, and issue resolutions for after-action review (AAR) and reporting purposes.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to improve EMS adjudication processes and spectrum management integration for future exercises.
• Support MCTP’s overall mission to deliver realistic, multi-domain training that enhances unit readiness.

Qualifications:

• Deployed experience as EW NCO or Officer.
• Officer, Warrant Officer, or NCO school. Qualifications and certifications can include 29A, 29E, 290A, 17B, 170B, and 17E.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and attributes to apply Microsoft Office products, relevant Army EW experience, and EW/Army/Joint doctrine to support delivery of WFX requirements.
• BS/BA degree with 5 years of military experience, or High School and 10 years of military experience.
• Secret clearance required.

Nice If You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline, or equivalent military experience.

• 5+ years operational experience in Electromagnetic Warfare, electronic warfare operations, spectrum management, signals intelligence, or closely related fields supporting military operations and training.
• Prior experience supporting MCTP, Combat Training Centers (CTCs), or large-scale joint/coalition training events.
• Demonstrated experience writing scenario content, MSEL injects, and exercise materials for unit-level or higher collective training (brigade/division/coalition). 

Benefits

Following a probationary period, Federal Sherpa offers:

• Industry competitive Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• PTO and all 11 Federal Holidays as paid days off
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match