Space Operations Training Instructor

Title:

KBR is seeking a highly experienced Space Operations Training and Standards Instructor to support an emerging national security space capability. This individual will partner directly with government stakeholders to develop deliver and continuously improve operational training programs that prepare the next generation of space warfighters.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted training expert responsible for instructional system design curriculum development satellite operator qualification training mission certification standards training management and student performance assessment. The role requires extensive operational space experience exceptional communication skills and the ability to operate within highly classified environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop maintain and update Plans of Instruction (POI).
• Design and improve qualification advanced and upgrade training curricula.
• Create and update courseware lesson plans practical exercises and evaluation materials.
• Ensure all training products align with applicable Space Force and DoD guidance.
• Deliver satellite operator qualification training.
• Facilitate approximately three major training classes annually.
• Evaluate student performance and provide remediation recommendations.
• Maintain accurate training documentation and certification records.
• Manage classroom scheduling student administration and instructional resources.
• Develop and maintain training reports and metrics.
• Coordinate staffing and approval of training products with government stakeholders.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Develop Mission Essential Tasks (METs).
• Assist with mission directives policies procedures and operational guidance.
• Support readiness and standardization programs aligned with Space Force training frameworks.

Qualifications:

Required:

• An active TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility is required to be considered for this position which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• Bachelors degree in a related discipline.
• 10 years of space operations experience.
• 10 years of instructional experience training development or training management.
• Strong written verbal and presentation skills.
• Experience developing training products in operational mission environments.

Desired:

• Masters degree.
• Former Space Force Air Force Space Command NRO or related national security space experience.
• Instructor Evaluator Weapons Standards & Evaluation or Training Flight experience.
• Expertise in satellite operations and crew certification processes.
• Experience applying Instructional System Design principles.
• Relevant Guidance Familiarity:
  • DAFH 36-2675
  • SFI 13-602 Volume 1
  • SPFG2024 13-602 Volume 3
  • AFI 13-602 Volume 3
  • SPOCGM2025 10-01
  • SPAFORGEN training requirements and guidance

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site at Beale AFB CA.
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40hrs

Basic Compensation:

$160000 - $180000

This range is for California only.

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge skills abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering logistics operations science program management mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Belong Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.