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# Exercise and Wargame Planning and Assessments SME at Delta Solutions & Strategies

- **Company:** Delta Solutions & Strategies
- **Location:** Vandenberg Sfb, CA
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-17
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/deltasands/df5ed995-41a8-464e-9453-8e894e733cc8

## Job description

Delta Solutions and Strategies is seeking highly skilled and motivated candidates to join a high-performance team and provide support to US Space (S4S) S7 as an Exercise and Wargame Planning and Assessment Subject Matter Expert at Vandenberg Space Force Base.  In this role, you will support S4S to execute all activities in the Design, Planning, Preparation, Execution, and Analysis, Evaluation, and Report phases of S4S Component led or Joint exercise implementing the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC).

What you will be doing:

- Supporting full S4SO participation one Tier 1 exercise and two Tier 2 exercises each year as well as supporting the planning of up to 7 Tier 2 exercises and 8 wargames each year.
- Performing planning for S4S led or supported exercises and wargames per the published Joint Exercise Life Cycles (JELC) and executing all activities in the Design, Planning, Preparation, Execution, and Analysis, Evaluation, and Report phases of a S4S participated JELC.
- Participating in exercise and wargame events to include JELC conferences, In Progress Reviews (IPR), and execution which will routinely require travel outside of the local area, to include OCONUS locations, with possible travel outside of typical duty hours and on weekends.
- Participating in Exercise Control Group and/or White Cell activities during execution of exercises and wargames.  Participation may require shifts outside of typical duty hours and on weekends.
- Utilizing unit readiness tools including assessments, lessons learned, objectives, and requirements to influence exercise and wargame design and intelligence planning and conducting continuous assessments and lessons learned of exercise and wargame activities contributing to the Commander’s assessment of overall unit readiness.
- Contributing to the development CDR S4S Training Guidance and support the implementation of such guidance.
- Maintaining integration with DoD, Allies, and Mission Partner operations and activities to ensure current and accurate exercise planning.  Integration includes routine attendance at unit Operations & Intelligence (O&I) updates, working groups, operational planning teams (OPT), observations of real world and exercise events, and collaboration with counterparts.

What you will need:

- Experience in initiating and/or developing Government specified content for Component or Combatant Command exercises, tabletop exercises and rehearsal of concept drills, or similar and relevant Combatant Command experience.
- Demonstrated capability initiating, supervising, and developing requirements from a project’s inception to conclusion for complex to extremely complex programs.
- Experience providing strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to program and project staff; providing detailed analysis, evaluation and recommendations for improvements, optimization development, and maintenance efforts for client-specific or mission critical challenges/issues.
- Ability to identify and resolve challenges at a strategic level.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to brief/interactive with senior (GO/FLAG) level officer and senior civilians.
- Experience coordinating plans between internal and external staff agencies to ensure a coherent effort.
- Current/relevant space/joint space operations knowledge and background.
- Previous experience on a Combatant Command, MAJCOM, HHQ, Joint Staff, OSD etc. staff desired.
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher required; 15+ years relevant experience in lieu of degree.
- Completion of JPME I is highly desired, and JPME II is preferred.
- Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI, ACCM and SAP eligibility.

Delta Solutions & Strategies offers a generous benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, parental, military, and jury duty paid leaves.

In compliance with California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000.  Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Delta Solutions & Strategies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. EEO/AAP, M, F, V, D

## About Delta Solutions & Strategies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Delta Solutions & Strategies provides operations & maintenance, training, modeling & simulation, and professional services in support of U.S. national security and defense missions.
- **Entity Type**: Private (part of the Bowhead Family of Companies, a subsidiary of Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation)
- **Headquarters**: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
- **Founded**: 2000
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed; President & CEO is Mark W. Stafford

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: National Security / Defense Contracting (Armed Forces)
- **Target Customers**: U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Space Force, and other federal agencies (B2G)
- **Mission Statement**: “Our philosophy is simple: Hire quality people and take care of them. … It's not enough to just fulfill the legal obligations of a contract; we strive for elated customers.” [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/)

## Products & Services
- **Training & Education**: Instructor-led and simulation-based training for military and space operations.
- **Modeling & Simulation**: Custom simulation environments for mission rehearsal and battle management.
- **Operations & Maintenance**: Sustainment of weapons systems, IT infrastructure, and classified facilities.
- **Professional Services**: Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS), program management, financial analysis, and technical advisory assistance.
- **CMMC Level 2 Certified**: ITAR registered, ISO 9001:2015 certified, capable of handling sensitive/classified contracts.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Revenue**: Annual Revenue ~$12.1 million (estimated, 2025/2026 data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies)
- **Key Metric**: Total managed contracts valued at over **$675 million** [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company is Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC); named U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2023 Prime Contractor of the Year; strategic partner to the U.S. Space Force.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Employee headcount: 211 (+12.7% YoY) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies)
  - Active job postings: 26 (up +116.7% YoY)
  - Expanded team in the Southeast region
  - New website launched July 2026 to highlight growth and capabilities

## Competitive Advantages
- **Veteran-Focused Workforce**: Over 70% of employees are veterans, providing deep mission understanding and credibility.
- **Small Business Status**: VA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) – preferred contracting vehicle for DoD.
- **Alaska Native Corporation Backing**: Financial stability and long-term contracts through the UIC/Bowhead family of companies.
- **Certified Quality**: ISO 9001:2015, CMMC Level 2, ITAR registered – enables handling of high-security projects.
- **Employee Retention Philosophy**: “Hire quality people and take care of them” – competitive comp, benefits, and career development.

## Strategic Focus
- **Space & Cyber Growth**: Expanding Space Force support roles (Space Battle Management, Joint Training Tools).
- **Southeast Region Expansion**: Investing in new offices and personnel in the southeastern U.S.
- **Modernization**: Upgrading training delivery through modeling & simulation and digital tools.
- **Talent Pipeline**: Recruiting heavily from departing military personnel and alumni of major defense contractors (Lockheed Martin, Booz Allen, Northrop Grumman).

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Employee rating 4.0/5.0 on job platforms; strong work-life balance (4.3) and compensation (4.2) scores [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies)
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Flexible schedules where mission requirements allow; multiple offices in Colorado Springs (HQ) and other U.S. locations.
- **Benefits**:
  - Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, EAP
  - Financial Security: 401(k) with company contribution, life/AD&D, disability
  - Time Off: Holidays, flexible schedules
  - Professional Growth: Training, certifications, leadership development
  - Recognition: Community engagement, awards, volunteer opportunities
- **Veteran Welcome**: Strong support for transitioning service members; many peers with military background.
- **Engineering/Technical Roles**: Hands-on work with cutting-edge defense technology and space systems.

## Sources
1. [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/) – Company overview, capabilities, contracts, leadership
2. [deltasands.com/careers](https://www.deltasands.com/careers/) – Benefits, culture, career philosophy
3. [jobs.lever.co/deltasands](https://jobs.lever.co/deltasands) – Current open positions
4. [linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies) – Employee count, revenue, growth, reviews

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