Space Operations Instructor

Delta Solutions & Strategies • Vandenberg SFB, CA

3d • $150,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Delta Solutions & Strategies is seeking an Orbital Engagement Instructor to develop, implement, validate, and maintain training and course materials at the 533rd Training Squadron (533 TRS) at Vandenberg SFB, California. The instructor will support Enlisted/Officer Undergraduate Space Training courses and prepare space professionals to operate spacecraft and command crews during satellite engagements in contested operations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution, or eight years of additional experience may be substituted for the education requirement.
• Six to eight years of experience with USAF training, including planning and delivering instruction in accordance with the ISD model and maintaining training records.
• Working knowledge of and experience with training systems and training programs.
• Working knowledge of and experience with operational-level command and control.
• Expert knowledge of orbital mechanics, including classic orbital elements.
• Demonstrated experience with orbit determination and analysis, maneuver planning, Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO), and space surveillance.
• Expert knowledge of mission planning, building, and executing orbital maneuvers to defeat terrestrial-based and space-based attacks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Top Secret clearance and SCI eligibility required.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of the Air Force Instructor Course is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare space professionals to operate spacecraft and command crews to accomplish satellite engagements during contested operations and ensure mission accomplishment.
• Provide classroom instruction consistent with the Instructional System Development (ISD) model and government training requirements.
• Interface with internal and external agencies as required to maintain an up-to-date training program.
• Conduct, manage, and qualify for courses based on 533rd TRS instructions and other guidance identified in lesson plans.
• Coordinate instructional activities with the Division Chief, training managers, and government training personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental, military, and jury duty leaves

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level