Training Specialist Senior - Distributed Learning

Rivet • Colorado Springs, CO

18d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Rivet Operations Company, LLC, has an opening for an Instructional System Designer/Multimedia Graphic Designer to fill a position as a Senior Training Specialist for Distributed Learning. This position will support the United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC), Space and Missile Defense (SDM) Center of Excellence (SMDCoE) also known as the US SMD School. SMD School (SMDS) core functions include: 1) Educate, train, and develop leaders for Space and Missile Defense operations; 2) Develop Army Doctrine for Space, High Altitude, and Global Missile Defense; 3) Develop individual and collective training tasks for Space and Missile Defense operations; 4) Train and educate the Army at large in Space and Missile Defense; and 5) Execute the US Army’s Quality Assurance Program to ensure standards are met in the education, training, and leadership development of Soldiers and Civilians. This position will assist in providing Distributed Learning content training using VTC, On-Line Learning Modules, and the Virtual Community of Practice in accordance with Total Army Distributed Learning Program standards. Rivet is an exceptional industry partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and a leader in physical and cyber security, IT management, logistics, supply chain management, process improvement and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Military Science, Operations Management, or a related field, Master’s degree preferred
• 12+ years of experience in training development in military or federal contracting environments
• Demonstrated expertise in distributed learning and eLearning content development.
• Proficient with industry-standard instructional design tools and multimedia software.
• Familiarity with Army Learning Model, TR 350-70 series, and TADLP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.
• Experience using Adobe Captivate for creating interactive courses
• Experience creating videos using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Experience creating graphics using Adobe Photoshop
• Experience manipulating and resizing JPG, PNG, MP4 files
• Experience using Microsoft Office for eLearning application
• Experience developing learning objectives
• Experience with developing on SharePoint
• Ability to discuss ADDIE process
• Ability to discuss SCORM
• Ability to discuss Section 508 requirements
• Understanding of Copyright Laws
• Requires the applicant to possess and maintain an active Secret clearance for the position.
• Eligibility requirements include US citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing courses on Learning Management System (LMS)
• Experience/Knowledge with SMDC curriculum (Space and Missile Defense)
• Certification in instructional design or training development (e.g., ATD CPLP, Army Instructor Certification).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy synchronous and asynchronous Distributed Learning strategies.
• Develop and update lesson plans, instructor guides, user manuals, and multimedia training aids applying the ADDIE instructional design model.
• Oversee the integration of real-world operational scenarios, systems, and threats into training environments.
• Conduct After Action Reviews (AARs), assessments, and training evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with course managers, SMEs, and operational leaders to ensure training aligns with mission goals.
• Support exercises, rehearsals, simulations, and wargames by developing training scenarios and evaluation criteria
• Track and report training outcomes, student performance, and readiness metrics

Benefits

• Rivet offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience.

What This Job Offers

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