Jillian User
@jillianuser
Experienced military operations leader with expertise in intelligence analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with extensive experience in military operations and intelligence analysis. Currently serving as an Exercise Planner for the US Air Force, I lead the planning and execution of large-scale validation exercises that enhance operational readiness. My role involves developing realistic training scenarios based on comprehensive intelligence research, ensuring that our exercises reflect current geopolitical conditions and adversary tactics.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong leadership skills, overseeing teams and managing complex projects. My previous experience as a Director of Inspections and Criminal Analyst has equipped me with a unique perspective on operational compliance and intelligence integration. I have authored numerous inspection reports and analytical assessments that have directly contributed to mission success and strategic alignment across various military operations.
With a commitment to continuous improvement, I strive to enhance training realism and operational effectiveness. I am passionate about leveraging intelligence to inform decision-making and drive mission success, and I look forward to bringing my expertise to new challenges in the future.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director of Operations /Flight Commander
US Air Force – 123d Force Support
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Provided senior leadership and operational oversight for Force Support Squadron activities supporting over 300 personnel, ensuring full mission readiness across personnel, services, education, training, and deployment functions. Directed recruitment, selection, training, and career development of personnel to meet mission demands, enhancing unit readiness and resilience. Managed realignment of $5M
Exercise Planner, AMC A34
US Air Force – 123d Airlift Wing
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Spearheaded planning and execution of two Joint Task Force - Port Opening (JTF-PO) validation exercises (160+ participants each), with a third currently in development, enhancing joint operational readiness across Air Force CRGs and Army logistics elements. Served as primary lead for scenario development and MSEL (Master Scenario Event List) management. Conducted extensive intelligence research us
Director of Inspections
US Air Force – 123d Airlift Wing
May 2018 - Jul 2021 (3 years 2 months)
Led enterprise-level inspection and exercise programs integrating intelligence, strategy, and policy across the 123d Airlift Wing. Designed and executed large-scale inspection exercises incorporating OSINT, SIPR-based threat data, and real-world geopolitical developments to ensure mission realism and strategic alignment. Authored and managed 20+ comprehensive unit inspection reports annually, iden
Intelligence Officer /Analyst (14N3/1N0)
US Air Force – 123d Airlift Wing
Sep 2008 - Apr 2018 (9 years 7 months)
Led intelligence operations and developed specialized training programs supporting Contingency Response missions. Integrated classified and open-source intelligence into actionable planning tools and deployed support operations. Drove situational awareness, readiness, and interagency intelligence partnerships for global mobility operations.
Criminal Analyst
US Air Force – Joint Support Operation (JSO)/Counter Drug
Apr 2014 - Jan 2018 (3 years 9 months)
Conducted complex open-source and classified intelligence analysis in support of counterdrug operations across federal, state, and local agencies. Led open-source intelligence (OSINT) investigations targeting narcotics trafficking networks, money laundering schemes, and organized crime structures using social media exploitation, public records, digital footprints, and data aggregation platforms. P
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maxwell Air Force Base
Training, Force Support Officer
Completed Force Support Officer Training at Maxwell Air Force Base in 2021. This training enhanced leadership and operational oversight skills for Force Support Squadron activities.
Goodfellow Air Force Base
Course, Intelligence Officer
Completed the Intelligence Officers Course at Goodfellow Air Force Base in 2014. This course provided foundational knowledge for intelligence operations and analysis.
Goodfellow Air Force Base
Course, Intelligence Operations Analyst
Completed the Intelligence Operations Analyst Course at Goodfellow Air Force Base in 2009. This training focused on intelligence gathering, analysis, and reporting techniques.
Illinois Institute of Art
Bachelor of Arts, Arts
Obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Illinois Institute of Art in 2006. This program provided a comprehensive education in the arts.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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