Instructor Developer IV—Distance Learning Intelligence Operations Subject Matter Expert

Aleut Federal • Colorado Springs, CO

21h • $115,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as
the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned
enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the
indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of
everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and
quality results to our clients, the various branches of the federal government.
We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our
process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and
coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. We
support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one
heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an
organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

General Duties:

Aleut is in search of a highly motivated individual to develop, instruct,
validate, and maintain distance learning Space Intelligence Operations course
material at the 319th Combat Training Squadron, Peterson SFB CO in support of
the USSF Officer Training Course Distance Learning (OTC-DL).

Requirements

• Broad, instructor-level understanding of intelligence operations as defined in Joint Publication 2-0 (Joint Intelligence)
• Proficiency in Joint Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (JIPOE), including battlespace characterization, threat evaluation, and course of action development
• Experience conducting all-source intelligence analysis, including fusion of SIGINT, GEOINT, MASINT, OSINT, and HUMINT (as applicable)
• Understanding of Space Intelligence, including adversary space capabilities, satellite systems, counterspace weapons, and space domain awareness (SDA)
• Ability to conduct and teach threat assessments, including adversary intent, capability analysis, and risk evaluation
• Familiarity with intelligence analytic methodologies, including structured analytic techniques (SATs), hypothesis testing, and bias mitigation
• Understanding of intelligence reporting formats and standards (e.g., intelligence summaries, threat briefings, operational assessments)
• Knowledge of intelligence collection management and requirements development
• Familiarity with intelligence community tools, data sources, and analytic environments
• Proficiency with LMS and eLearning standards (SCORM, xAPI)
• Proven ability to develop and deliver distance learning content, including asynchronous modules, recorded lectures, and scenario-based exercises
• Strong instructional capability to translate complex intelligence concepts into structured, measurable learning objectives
• Effective communication skills for remote instruction and learner engagement
• Understanding of classification guidance and handling procedures
• Active or current Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility required
• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Space Operations, or related field; or a bachelor’s degree and 8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted
• Minimum of 10–12 years of experience in intelligence analysis, space intelligence, or related DoD/IC domain

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify on, and deliver asynchronous distance learning Space Intelligence course materials (lessons, labs, and assessments) aligned with Instructional Systems Design (ISD/ADDIE) principles and applicable DoD intelligence doctrine
• Maintain distance learning office hours for no more than 10 hours a week
• Assist students with Distance Learning, Learning Management System (LMS) and remote on-boarding activities
• Develop and maintain instructional content aligned with intelligence doctrine, including Joint Publication 2-0 (Joint Intelligence) and Joint Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (JIPOE) processes
• Develop training on intelligence cycle functions, including collection, processing, exploitation, analysis, and dissemination
• Incorporate Space Intelligence topics, including adversary space capabilities, counterspace threats, satellite systems, and space domain awareness (SDA)
• Develop courseware on threat assessment methodologies, including all-source analysis, pattern analysis, and adversary course of action (COA) development
• Support development of scenario-based exercises involving real-world intelligence problems and operational decision-making
• Interface with internal and external intelligence and space organizations to ensure course material reflects current threats, doctrine, and best practices
• Coordinate instructional activities with Contract Task Lead and government personnel
• Support periodic in-residence or hybrid instruction as required
• Develop assessments to measure student proficiency against learning objectives
• Ensure course materials comply with classification guidance, intelligence oversight, and operational security requirements
• Assist in LMS course setup, content delivery, and student performance tracking
• Participate in course reviews, validation events, and continuous improvement efforts
• Additional duties as assigned
• Work on-site – minimal telework authorized

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401k and match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees