Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) Instructor

Leidos; Hampton (VA); Presencial; USD 66.000 - 119.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Leidos invites applications for a Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) Instructor supporting the 480 ISRW at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, VA. The selected candidate will provide in-residence instruction, assess learners, and develop realistic active-learning scenarios leveraging DCGS tools.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance, have 3+ years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong instructional skills with MS Office and LMS platforms.

Formación

• 3+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s degree or additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance
• Familiar with DCGS and analytic tools (Thresher, ChatSurfer, ISpy, Snapglass, FADE/MIST)
• Experience with all-source intelligence in support of operations
• Experience with ISR operations and multi-intelligence processing, exploitation, and dissemination
• Intelligence analysis with structured analytic techniques and critical thinking
• Understanding of ICDs and intelligence processes within AF/Intel Community
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and oral communication, including communicating technical information to peers and non-technical staff
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Responsabilidades

• Provide instructional support to enable the 480 ISRW mission
• Conduct in-residence classroom instruction and performance tests
• Administer tests and hands-on instruction, and track training status
• Share knowledge of DCGS products and instructional methods
• Develop course content and scenarios for active learning
• Utilize LMS technologies and training assessments/evaluations
• Coordinate white cell activities and Capstone exercises
• Perform detailed QA reviews of courseware content

Conocimientos

Clearance (TS/SCI)

Instructional support

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Herramientas

DCGS tools (Thresher)

ChatSurfer

ISpy

Snapglass

FADE/MIST

LMS systems

Descripción del empleo

Description

Step into a mission where what you do truly matters!

At Leidos, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Powered by a team as diverse as it is talented, we're driven by a shared passion for delivering bold solutions that fuel our customers' success. We believe in empowering our people, giving back to our communities, and leading with sustainability. Every action we take is grounded in integrity and a steadfast commitment to doing what’s right—for our customers, our teams, and the world around us. Our Mission, Vision, and Values aren't just words—they're the compass guiding our journey toward a brighter future.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos is on the hunt for a Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) Instructor to support the 480 ISRW at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, VA. This is a great opportunity to bring your expertise to a mission‑focused team operating at the forefront of Air Force intelligence training. Candidates must currently possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in providing instructional support services that will allow the 480 ISRW to achieve its mission while integrating evolving courseware design methodologies and information technologies to remain in synch with the Distributed Common Ground System’s (DCGS) evolving concept of operations and utilization of Analysis and Exploitation Teams (AET).

• Provide in-residence academic classroom instruction; administer performance tests, written tests, special instructional assistance, and “hands-on” application /lab instruction; conduct appraisals, simulation/exercise events, student feedback surveys, and student training status updates

• Share knowledge regarding DCGS products and use of instructional methods to provide the student-base the most realistic and relevant training

• Provide course content and scenario development expertise to create an operationally relevant active learning environment

• Possess knowledge of Learning Management System (LMS) technologies and/or trainingassessment/evaluationsystems

• Provide white cell coordination and technical support to Capstone exercises and performance checks

• Provide detailed Quality Assurance reviews of courseware content

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s degree or additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree)

• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance

• Worked with the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System and familiar with mission related analytic tools (e.g. Thresher, ChatSurfer, ISpy, Snapglass, FADE/MIST)

• Experience with all source intelligence in support of operations

• Experience with ISR operations and multi-intelligence processing, exploitation, and dissemination

• Intelligence analysis experience with structured analytic techniques and critical thinking

• Understanding of ICDs

• Understanding of intelligence processes and organizational responsibilities within the AF and the Intelligence Community.

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Effective written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate detailed technical information to peers and non-technical management staff as needed

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Air Force instructor certification

• Experience working within an AET

• Understanding of instructional Systems Design (ISD) strategies and authoring tools

• Scenario Development; exercise planning and execution

Original Posting:

November 2, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.