Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Makwa Global is seeking a Senior Lessons Learned Analyst to support the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Staff Training Program at Quantico, VA, with a specific focus on Command Element (CE) operations. 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. The Senior Analyst will lead CE-focused analysis, develop interview questions, synthesize CE lessons, and draft formal LL report sections. This position will provide Command Element subject matter expert coverage.
Specific Responsibilities
- Lead Command Element-focused Lessons Learned analysis for MAGTF exercises, operations, and training events
- Develop comprehensive interview questions tailored to CE staff sections and leadership positions
- Conduct interviews with senior leaders, staff officers, and key personnel from CE organizations
- Synthesize complex CE 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 CE organization, operations, and staff functions
- Analyze CE command and control processes, decision-making cycles, and information flow
- Identify systemic CE issues and recommend solutions to improve MAGTF effectiveness
- Mentor junior analysts on CE operations and LL collection methodologies
- Coordinate with MAGTF Training and Education Command (MTEC) staff on CE requirements
- Support development of CE training objectives and performance standards based on LL analysis
- Brief senior leadership on CE trends, observations, and recommendations
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of senior-level military experience on a MEF or higher staff
- Senior level experience (E-9 or O-5 and above) on a (MEF) or higher headquarters staff
- Ground combat arms, aviation, or combat service support (MOS) required
- Active Secret clearance required
- Retired Marine Corps Sergeant Major, Master Gunnery Sergeant, or Senior Officer (O-5/O-6) strongly preferred
- Comprehensive understanding of MAGTF Command Element organization, functions, and operations
- Experience in multiple CE staff sections (G-3/S-3, G-2/S-2, G-4/S-4, G-6/S-6, fires, etc.) highly desirable
- Expert knowledge of MAGTF command and control processes and staff planning
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills with ability to synthesize complex information
- Experience conducting interviews and facilitating after-action reviews
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and military planning systems
- Ability to work effectively with senior military leaders and staff officers
- Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Work is performed in a typical office environment at Quantico, VA
- Must be able to work onsite at Marine Corps Base Quantico facilities
- May require extended hours during major exercises and training events
- Occasional field visits to observe CE operations during training events may be required
Travel
· Moderate to frequent travel required to support MAGTF exercises, formal LL collections, and coordination with Marine Division units at various Marine Corps installations