Lead, Systems Engineer - Space Operations Curriculum Developer / Instructor

Overview In this role, you design, develop, and deliver space operations training to ensure mission readiness of operators and support personnel. You will align curricula with evolving mission requirements and work closely with government and contractor teams to improve training effectiveness. You’ll lead instructional design efforts across classroom, lab, and simulation environments, and contribute to qualification, readiness, and scenario-based training. This position offers impact by shaping how operators learn and perform in high-tempo space operations contexts. Compensation / Benefitshealth and disability insurance401(k) matchflexible spending accountsEAPeducation assistanceparental leave ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain space operations training curricula aligned with mission requirements and customer standardsReview and revise training materials, ensuring accuracy and instructional effectivenessApply Instructional Systems Design (ISD) principles to classroom, blended, and hands-on solutionsPlan, schedule, and deliver instruction in classroom, lab, simulator, and operational environmentsLead or support qualification, refresher, and upgrade training for operators and staffProvide hands-on instruction and subject matter expertise on system functionality and workflowsMaintain proficiency in operational systems and mission concepts within the contract portfolioCreate training documentation and multimedia content to support learning objectivesAssess training effectiveness and implement curriculum improvementsStay informed on system development and updates, updating materials accordinglySupport system integration, developmental and operational testing as a training SMECollaborate with operations, engineering, test, and program stakeholders to align courseware with capabilitiesDevelop training scenarios and mission rehearsal content for exercisesTravel up to 10% for training delivery and related activities Key requirementsBachelor’s Degree or higher with relevant experience; or alternative combinations per listing (Graduate Degree with 7+ years; or 13+ years without degree)Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with SAP eligibilityMinimum 3 years applying ISD methodologies (ADDIE or DoD/USSF processes) to technical/operational trainingMinimum 3 years in space operations, LEOPS, or related aerospace/defense operationsstrong written and verbal communicationability to translate complex concepts to adult learnersindependent and collaborative work styleISD methodologies (ADDIE)courseware development and curriculum toolinglearning management systems