Senior Training Specialist

Overview

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified Senior Training Specialist to support the United States Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) and the Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence (SMDCoE), home of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense School.


In this role, you will support the education and development of military and civilian leaders in Space and Missile Defense operations while contributing to Army doctrine for Space, High-Altitude, and Global Missile Defense missions. You will design and deliver training programs that enhance readiness, support leader development, and uphold the Army's Quality Assurance Program.


You will also provide direct support to the Space Operations Training Division (SOTD) and the Army Space Cadre Basic Course (ASCBC), helping prepare Army Space professionals to meet current and future mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Training Specialist will:

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Army and Joint Space Operations, providing expertise on space capabilities and their integration into military operations
• Deliver instruction and facilitate training for one or more Space and Missile Defense School (SMDS) courses
• Develop, update, and maintain lesson plans, course materials, training products, and instructional content
• Design and conduct classroom instruction, practical exercises, demonstrations, and student evaluations
• Analyze, design, develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain education and training programs in accordance with TRADOC Regulation (TR) 350-70 and Army accreditation standards
• Conduct research on emerging threats, evolving space capabilities, and operational requirements to ensure training materials remain current, accurate, and mission-relevant
• Coordinate with SMDS training divisions and key stakeholders to align course content with Army institutional training requirements, doctrine, and operational needs
• Support and facilitate After Action Reviews (AARs), analyze findings, identify trends, and recommend improvements to training content and delivery methods.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the effectiveness of Army Space training, education, and leader development programs
• Travel as required to support training events, exercises, conferences, and mission requirements

Requirements

Skills and Experience

The Sr. Training Specialist must have:

• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance
• Ability to travel up to 50% in support of training and mission requirements
• 12+ years of space-related military experience as a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer (SNCO) or Commissioned Officer
• Extensive knowledge of Space Fundamentals, space-enabled capabilities, and their application to military operations
• Experience supporting Army and Joint Space Operations, including space mission areas, space organizations, and the integration of space capabilities into multi-domain and coalition operations
• Strong understanding of military planning, operations, doctrine, and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)
• Experience integrating space capabilities into multi-domain operations, targeting processes, and the Army operations process
• Familiarity with the ADDIE instructional systems design model, adult learning principles, and curriculum development methodologies
• Previous experience as an instructor, facilitator, trainer, military educator, or in a similar training role
• Prior experience teaching, mentoring, or training military personnel in operational or institutional training environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Education and Certifications

The Senior Training Specialist must have the following:


Required

• 12+ years of space related military experience as an SNCO or Officer or a Bachelor's Degree

Preferred

• MOSQ: FA40, Space 200, ASCBC, ASCF, Space Control 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.)

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 $110,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.