Senior Program Analyst (Command Element)

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a potential need for a Sr Program Analyst to support the Command Element (CE) at Quantico, VA . This senior‑level position requires extensive experience on a Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) or higher staff with a ground combat arms, aviation, or combat service support occupational specialty. Description of Responsibilities Lead Command Element-focused Lessons Learned analysis for Marine Air‑Ground Task Force (MAGTF) exercises, operations, and training events Develop comprehensive interview questions tailored to Command Element staff sections and leadership positions Conduct interviews with senior leaders, staff officers, and key personnel from CE organizations Synthesize complex Command Element lessons across multiple staff functions including operations, intelligence, logistics, communications, and fires Draft formal Lessons Learned report sections with detailed analysis and actionable recommendations Provide subject matter expertise on Command Element organization, operations, and staff functions Analyze Command Element command and control processes, decision‑making cycles, and information flow Identify systemic Command Element issues and recommend solutions to improve MAGTF effectiveness Mentor junior analysts on Command Element operations and Lessons Learned collection methodologies Coordinate with MAGTF Training and Education Command (MTEC) staff on Command Element requirements Support development of Command Element training objectives and performance standards based on Lessons Learned analysis Brief senior leadership on Command Element trends, observation Other duties as assigned by Supervisor Required Degree/Education/Certification Bachelor's degree. Education may be substituted with greater experience and/or certifications. Military Studies degree from Marine Corps University and/or Joint Forces Staff College highly desired. Derivative Classification. Required Skills and Experience Fourteen (14)+ years of senior‑level Marine Corps experience, including on a Division or higher staff. Eighteen (18)+ years of experience required if substituting experience for education. Substituted experience must be military service in the Marine Corps. Comprehensive understanding of Marine command structures, organization, operations, and ground combat tactics. Proven experience conducting in‑depth research and complete and definitive analysis, developing and writing military quality reports, developing planning documents and proposals, developing campaign plans, and creating presentations. Experience documenting working group results, identification of priorities, making recommendations. Experience reviewing and approving proposals and plans. Experience identifying trends and developing trend reports. Experience reviewing, developing, and conducting debriefs. Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills with ability to produce publication‑quality reports. Experience reviewing, performing quality control, and providing feedback on reports. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, 365, and SharePoint, as well as data analysis tools, and military planning systems. Ability to work effectively with senior military leaders across multiple organizations. Preferred Skills and Experience Prior experience as a Marine Corps Center Lessons Learned Liaison Officer or in lessons learned operations highly desirable Proven experience conducting formal lessons learned collections and interviews (50+ interviews preferred). Experience in deployed/combat environments supporting operational lessons learned. Senior level experience (O-4 and above) with ground combat, aviation, or combat service support MOS. Retired Marine Corps Officer (O-4/O-5/O-6) with extensive operational experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of joint and coalition operations, including NATO/ISAF operations. Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM), Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals Senior Enlisted Professional Military Education (SEPME) if personnel do not hold a bachelor's degree Required Citizenship and Clearance Must be a U.S. Citizen Must have an active Secret clearance. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kapili Services, LLC