Senior Training Specialist

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC.•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•$110,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified Senior Training Specialist to support the United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) and the Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence (SMDCoE), home of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense School. In this role, you will support the education and development of military and civilian leaders in Space and Missile Defense operations while contributing to Army doctrine for Space, High-Altitude, and Global Missile Defense missions. You will design and deliver training programs that enhance readiness, support leader development, and uphold the Army’s Quality Assurance Program. You will also provide direct support to the Space Operations Training Division (SOTD) and the Army Space Cadre Basic Course (ASCBC), helping prepare Army Space professionals to meet current and future mission requirements.

Requirements

Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance
Ability to travel up to 50% in support of training and mission requirements
12+ years of space-related military experience as a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer (SNCO) or Commissioned Officer
Extensive knowledge of Space Fundamentals, space-enabled capabilities, and their application to military operations
Experience supporting Army and Joint Space Operations, including space mission areas, space organizations, and the integration of space capabilities into multi-domain and coalition operations
Strong understanding of military planning, operations, doctrine, and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)
Experience integrating space capabilities into multi-domain operations, targeting processes, and the Army operations process
Familiarity with the ADDIE instructional systems design model, adult learning principles, and curriculum development methodologies
Previous experience as an instructor, facilitator, trainer, military educator, or in a similar training role
Prior experience teaching, mentoring, or training military personnel in operational or institutional training environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Nice To Haves

MOSQ: FA40, Space 200, ASCBC, ASCF, Space Control Operator, or other relevant space courses
Previous instructor-facilitator experience; graduate of a military instructor training course (CFD-IC, ITC/SGITC, FIFC, ABIC, AFBIC, etc.)

Responsibilities

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Army and Joint Space Operations, providing expertise on space capabilities and their integration into military operations
Deliver instruction and facilitate training for one or more Space and Missile Defense School (SMDS) courses
Develop, update, and maintain lesson plans, course materials, training products, and instructional content
Design and conduct classroom instruction, practical exercises, demonstrations, and student evaluations
Analyze, design, develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain education and training programs in accordance with TRADOC Regulation (TR) 350-70 and Army accreditation standards
Conduct research on emerging threats, evolving space capabilities, and operational requirements to ensure training materials remain current, accurate, and mission-relevant
Coordinate with SMDS training divisions and key stakeholders to align course content with Army institutional training requirements, doctrine, and operational needs
Support and facilitate After Action Reviews (AARs), analyze findings, identify trends, and recommend improvements to training content and delivery methods.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the effectiveness of Army Space training, education, and leader development programs
Travel as required to support training events, exercises, conferences, and mission requirements