Exercises/Wargaming Instructor/Curriculum Developer – USSF Gua with Security Clearance

Aleut Federal LLC; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life insurance

401k and match

Job summary

Aleut Federal LLC seeks an Exercises/Wargaming Instructor/Curriculum Developer to support GET training at Vandenberg SFB, CA. Start is 1 January 2027, contingent on award.

The role focuses on building and delivering wargames, mentoring students, and refining curricula to align with CSO’s space-domain training vision. The position requires ISD-based curriculum development, a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and at least 3 years in space-related education or instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 years ISD-based curriculum/lesson development.
• Minimum 3 years of space experience in the specific mission area with a US Government agency.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a formal instructor or 5 years as a briefer/public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, coordinate, execute, and assess wargames/exercises supporting GET training events.
• Assess and mentor students.
• Support integrated events, guest instruction, and multi-course instruction.
• Support mission integration and Graduation Exercise (GRADEX) activities.
• Participate in curriculum reviews, agile course development and maintenance efforts.
• Maintain LMS records and student documentation.
• Participate in faculty development and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate activities with Contract PM and government supervisory personnel.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communicator

Public speaking

ISD curriculum

Education

Bachelor's degree

ISD-based curriculum development

Space experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Aleut is seeking an Exercises/Wargaming Instructor/Curriculum Developer to support the 533d Training Squadron’s USSF Guardian Enlisted Training (GET) initiative at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. Work is slated to start on 1 January 2027 (contingent upon contract award). In 2023, the Chief of Space Operations (CSO) initiated an effort to refine the roles for Space Force officer, enlisted, and civilian Guardians to better prepare the USSF for dominating in the space-domain. In this new construct, the enlisted Guardians serve as the technical specialists that execute orders while serving as leaders, weapon system experts, and advisors to their officer and civilian counterpart across satellite operations, cyberspace operations, and intelligence operations in the space-domain. The development, education and training of the enlisted force starts with the foundation built during Initial Skills Training. To achieve this level of technical depth across knowledge, skills and abilities, the USSF is transforming its initial skills training to meet the CSO’s vision. This evolution is called the GET initiative.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Design, develop, coordinate, execute, and assess wargames/exercises supporting GET training events.
• Assess and mentor students.
• Support integrated events, guest instruction, and multi-course instruction.
• Support mission integration and Graduation Exercise (GRADEX) activities.
• Participate in curriculum reviews, agile course development and maintenance efforts.
• Maintain LMS records and student documentation.
• Participate in faculty development and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate activities with Contract PM and government supervisory personnel.
• Additional duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS
• Skilled communicator, experienced in providing platform instruction to an academically diverse audience.
• Experience developing curriculum using Instructional Systems Design (ISD) standards.
• Prior completion of AETC Basic Instructor Course (BIC) or other service equivalent, accepted by CCAF or ability to obtain a CCAF accredited BIC certification within 3 months after employment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
• Active or current Top-Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in ISD-based curriculum/lesson development.
• Minimum 3 years of space experience in the specific mission area of this position with a US Government agency.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a formal instructor or 5 years as a briefer/public speaking. WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Work on-site, indoor office and classroom environment.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to perform repetitive keyboard tasks and associated motions for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to carry up to 25 pounds. SALARY RANGE * $85,000 -- $225,000 (annual) depending on qualifications.
• Aleut will be accepting applications for this position until filled* Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401k and match At Aleut, our culture thrives on diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Integrating diverse perspectives opens new possibilities, foster innovation, and fully harnesses our team's potential. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and inspired to grow and find purpose. Join us and be part of a culture that celebrates differences and belonging for everyone, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or past or present military service. We welcome everyone as they are! #CJ #AMS