Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Instructor/Curriculum Developer – USSF Guardian Enlisted Training

Aleut Federal•Vandenberg, CA

1d•$85,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aleut Federal is seeking a Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Instructor/Curriculum Developer to support the 533d Training Squadron’s USSF Guardian Enlisted Training (GET) initiative at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. This role is crucial for refining the training of enlisted Guardians to prepare them for dominating in the space-domain, serving as technical specialists, leaders, weapon system experts, and advisors. The GET initiative transforms initial skills training to meet the Chief of Space Operations’ vision for enlisted force development. Work is slated to start on January 1, 2027, contingent upon contract award. The position involves developing and instructing curriculum focused on the fundamentals of detection, tracking, identification, and characterization of space objects and activities, as well as SSN architecture and catalog management concepts. The role also includes assessing and mentoring students, supporting integrated events, guest instruction, multi-course instruction, mission integration, and Graduation Exercise (GRADEX) activities. Additionally, the instructor will participate in curriculum reviews, agile course development, maintenance efforts, LMS record keeping, and faculty development.

Requirements

Skilled communicator, experienced in providing platform instruction to an academically diverse audience.
Experience developing curriculum using Instructional Systems Design (ISD) standards.
Prior completion of AETC Basic Instructor Course (BIC) or other service equivalent, accepted by CCAF or ability to obtain a CCAF accredited BIC certification within 3 months after employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
Active or current Top-Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required.
Bachelor’s degree required or Community College of the Air Force associates degree in Air & Space Operations Technology.
Minimum 3 years of experience in ISD-based curriculum/lesson development.
Minimum 3 years of space experience in the specific mission area of this position with a US Government agency.
Minimum 3 years of experience as a formal instructor or 5 years as a briefer/public speaking.

Responsibilities

Develop and instruct SDA curriculum to include the fundamentals of detection, tracking, identification, and characterization of space objects and activities; SSN architecture and catalog management concepts.
Assess and mentor students.
Support integrated events, guest instruction, and multi-course instruction.
Support mission integration and Graduation Exercise (GRADEX) activities.
Participate in curriculum reviews, agile course development and maintenance efforts.
Maintain LMS records and student documentation.
Participate in faculty development and continuous improvement activities.
Coordinate activities with Contract PM and government supervisory personnel.
Additional duties as assigned.