Joint Warfighting Instructor/Curriculum Developer – USSF Guardian Enlisted Training

Aleut Federal; Vandenberg Air Force Base Launch Facility 02 (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental / Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) and match

Job summary

Aleut Federal is seeking a Joint Warfighting Instructor/Curriculum Developer to support the USSF Guardian Enlisted Training initiative at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. The role involves developing and instructing curricula on joint doctrine, assessing students, and participating in mission integration activities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, solid experience in curriculum development, and must hold an active Top-Secret Clearance. This position offers a salary range from $85,000 to $225,000 annually depending on qualifications, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in ISD-based curriculum development.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the specific mission area with a U.S. Government agency.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a formal instructor or 5 years as a briefer/public speaker.

Responsibilities

• Develop and instruct curriculum on joint doctrine and operational-level warfighting.
• Assess and mentor students in multi-domain integration.
• Participate in curriculum reviews and agile course development.

Skills

Skilled communicator

Curriculum development using ISD standards

Microsoft Office proficient

Active Top-Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Aleut is seeking a Joint Warfighting 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 this new construct, the enlisted Guardians serve as technical specialists that execute orders while serving as leaders, weapon system experts, and advisors to their officers and civilian counterparts 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 the required 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

• Develop and instruct curriculum on joint doctrine, joint planning, multi‑domain integration, and operational‑level warfighting.
• 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.
• 3 years of experience in ISD‑based curriculum/lesson development.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the specific mission area of this position with a U.S. Government agency:
  • Experience in joint planning and operations required.
  • Experience in U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, or U.S. Navy preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a formal instructor or 5 years as a briefer/public speaker.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 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.

BENEFITS

• Health insurance
• Dental / Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) and match

EEO STATEMENT

At Aleut, we embrace diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and inspired to grow. We welcome everyone as they are, 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.