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Training Specialist Mid

Galapagos Federal Systems

Colorado Springs, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$115,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accreditation Standards, Analysis Skills, Application Integration, Budget Management, Business Services, Candidate Screening, Computer Engineering, Computer Security, Computer Systems, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Disability Insurance, GPS (Global Positioning System), Genetics, Government, Government Off-the Shelf (GOTS), Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Instructional Design, Integrated Circuits (ICs), Internet Security, Lesson Plans, Life Insurance, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Military, Military Operations, Network Administration/Management, Network Systems, Operational Improvement, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Programs, Professional Services, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Service Delivery, Small Business, Software Development, Software Engineering, Space Operations, Staff Training, Surface Mount Technology, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Tactical Operations, Technical Support, Time Management, Top Secret Clearance, Training Program Development, Training Program Evaluation, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Trend Analysis, Typing, United States Army, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, CO
POSTED
1 day ago
Overview

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a qualified and motivated Training Specialist to support the Tactical Space Operations Course (TSOC) within the United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC). The selectedcandidate will support the education, training, and professional development of military and civilian personnel in Space and Missile Defense operations while contributing to the development and enhancement of Army Space, High-Altitude, and Global Missile Defense doctrine.

The Training Specialist will develop, coordinate, and deliver individual and collective training programs designed to improve operational readiness, mission effectiveness, and war fighter proficiency. This role supports curriculum development, instructional delivery, training assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure training products remain current, relevant, and aligned with Army requirements.

The position also supports the U.S. Army Quality Assurance Program by assisting with the evaluation and improvement of training, education, and leader development programs to ensure compliance with established standards and objectives. The Training Specialist will work closely with government personnel to support the Functional Training Division, Space Operations Training Branch, and Tactical Space Operations Course mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The Training Specialist will:
  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Army Space Operations, space capabilities, and the integration of space effects into military operations
  • Provide instruction and training support for one or more Space and Missile Defense School (SMDS) courses
  • Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction on tactical Army Space operations, including Space Situational Awareness (SSA) applications, Space analysis and satellite imagery applications, Geospatial applications, Distributive Common Ground Station-Army (DCGS-A) and Command Post Computing Environment (CPCE) capabilities, Server operations and multi-function workstation capabilities, and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for integrating space mission products, planning tools, and intelligence products
  • Develop, update, and maintain lesson plans, training materials, course content, and evaluation criteria
  • Analyze, design, develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain training programs in accordance with TRADOC Regulation (TR) 350-70 series and Army accreditation standards
  • Conduct research on emerging threats and impacts to Army space-enabled capabilities; update or develop training materials to ensure relevance and accuracy
  • Coordinate with SMDS training divisions to ensure courseware remains aligned with current Army doctrine, institutional training, and operational requirements
  • Conduct and document After Action Reviews (AARs) to identify trends, lessons learned, and opportunities for curriculum improvement
  • Utilize Army and Government software applications to support instruction and student training
  • Support the development of Army doctrine, training requirements, and leader development initiatives related to Space and Missile Defense
  • Collaborate with government, military, and contractor personnel to enhance training effectiveness and mission readiness
Requirements

Skills and Experience

The Training Specialist must have:
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance
  • 5+ years of space related military experience as an NCO or Officer
  • Travel as required to support training events and mission requirements
  • Experience in Army Space Operations, including space mission areas, space organizations, and integration of space capabilities into Multi-Domain Operations (MDO), targeting, and the Army Operations Process
  • Strong understanding of Space Fundamentals and Army space-enabled capabilities
  • Familiarity with Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) applications, including Fusion Analysis Development Effort (FADE), GPS Interference, Navigation Tool (GIANT), and Integrated Solutions for Situational Awareness (ISSA)
  • Experience teaching, training, or instructing military personnel
  • Knowledge of military operations and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)
  • Understanding of instructional systems design methodologies, including the ADDIE model
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively brief senior leaders and communicate complex space concepts to non-space audiences
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and curriculum development skills
Education and Certifications

The Training Specialist must have the following:

Required
  • Bachelor's degree
Preferred
  • MOSQ: FA40, Space 200, ASCBC, ASCF, TSOC, Space Control System 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.)
  • Experience in Army space operations; space mission areas; space organizations; and space integration into multi-domain operations, targeting, and the Army operations process
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid federal holidays


Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr.

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