Technical Operations Training SME

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Evans is hiring a Technical Operations Training Lead SME to support the Training Subgroup on one of our FAA contracts. You will lead the development and coordination of technical operations training materials, working with subject matter experts to ensure training products meet FAA maintenance and technical operations standards.

Location details: This role is mostly remote with occasional on-site requirements at the Department of Transportation Headquarters in Washington D.C. and the FAA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

• Lead the Training Subgroup's efforts to identify, develop, and coordinate Technical Operations (Tech Ops) training requirements associated with program initiatives.
• Develop training plans, curricula, and materials in support of new systems, equipment, or maintenance procedures affecting technical operations personnel.
• Coordinate with FAA Tech Ops training organizations, field facilities, and subject matter experts to align training content with maintenance and operational requirements.
• Facilitate Training Subgroup meetings, capturing action items, decisions, and status updates for program leadership.
• Review and validate technical training materials for accuracy and alignment with FAA Tech Ops training standards.
• Support training needs assessments and gap analyses for technical operations initiatives.
• Track training subgroup milestones and deliverables, escalating risks and issues as needed.
• Prepare status reports and briefing materials summarizing training subgroup progress.
• Produce written analysis and briefing materials that FAA leadership can use directly, without substantive rework. 
• Support cross-functional operations in a multi-stakeholder environment involving FAA lines of business, workforce organizations, federally funded research and development center support, and industry participants. 

• Direct experience with FAA Technical Operations (Tech Ops) systems, equipment, or maintenance training.
• Experience developing or leading training curricula for technical or operational audiences.
• Familiarity with FAA Tech Ops training processes and standards, preferred.
• Strong facilitation and leadership skills, with experience leading working groups or subgroups.
• 20 years of relevant experience. Bachelor's degree in any field counts for 5 years. An Associate of Arts/Science with 15 years of Air Traffic Control (ATC) active, full performance level experience, or 20 years of Air Traffic Control (ATC) active, full performance level experience, in lieu of degree, is required.10 Years equivalent ATC experience in the U.S. Military or international      control environment is acceptable. Associate’s degree with 10 years of Air Traffic Control (ATC) active, full performance level experience, or 15 years of Air Traffic Control (ATC) active, full performance level experience is required, in lieu of degree. Five years equivalent ATC experience in the U.S. Military or international control environment is acceptable.
• Air traffic control technical and operational work experience as a domestic or oceanic air traffic controller in an En Route & Oceanic or Terminal operational environment. 
• Experience as a senior level air traffic control system specialist assisting the FAA in coordinating activities with air traffic requirements and operations personnel. 
• Acquisition and program management experience for FAA program offices or similar organizations. Skill 5
• Prior experience consulting within a government contracting environment, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to distinguish and preserve the boundaries between related programs with separate decision authorities and funding streams, in both analysis and communication.

The Evans Experience  

Evans, Inc. is a growing firm doing consequential work. We partner with federal agencies — FAA, Navy, Air Force, and others — to implement technology, develop workforces, and drive lasting organizational change. The work is complex, the stakes are real, and the people we serve depend on us to get it right. 

What you'll find here is an environment that rewards curiosity, pushes you to think past the obvious answer, and holds everyone accountable for results. We bring integrity to every engagement and the courage to say what needs to be said, even when it's not the easy path. 

We're a tight-knit team of people who genuinely care about the work and each other. If you do your best thinking in an environment that values creativity, honesty, and service — and you want to do it alongside people who hold themselves to the same standard — you'll fit here. 

We Take Care of Our Own (Benefits)  

We believe one of the major benefits of working at Evans is our award-winning culture of ongoing learning and professional growth, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and wellness. But aside from our culture, we also offer a very comprehensive benefits package: 

• Supporting Work-Life Integration 

• Professional Development & Educational Assistance w/ Extensive Growth Resources 

• Annual Discretionary Bonus, Spot Bonus, and Peer Recognition Programs 

• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave 

• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits 

• Company-Paid Life Insurance 

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits 

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA) 

• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Evans' Contribution and 100% Vesting 

Work Environment and Physical Demands  

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

• Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with ADA. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to HR at evansconsulting.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries. 

Work Authorization  

U.S. citizenship or a permanent residency card in the U.S. is required to be an eligible candidate for this opportunity. Employees may be required to hold a specific security clearance depending on the work assignment. 

Identity Statement  

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. 

Compensation  

Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $155,000 to $180,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Evans's total compensation package for employees.