Satellite Communications (SATCOM) 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

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life insurance

401k and match

Job summary

Aleut Federal is seeking a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Instructor/Curriculum Developer to support the USSF Guardian Enlisted Training initiative at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA. This role involves developing and instructing SATCOM curriculum, mentoring students, and supporting various integrated activities.

The ideal candidate requires a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in instructional systems design. Additional qualifications include a proficiency in Microsoft Office and an active Top‑Secret Clearance. The position offers benefits such as health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in ISD-based curriculum development.
• Minimum 3 years of space experience with a US Government agency.
• Minimum 3 years as a formal instructor or 5 years of public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and instruct SATCOM curriculum on various topics.
• Assess and mentor students in the curriculum.
• Support mission integration and various instructional activities.

Skills

Skilled communicator

Experience developing curriculum

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Top‑Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Aleut is seeking a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) 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

• Develop and instruct SATCOM curriculum to include EM spectrum, SATCOM architecture, payload operations, spacecraft operations, communication support, and EMI resolution and mitigation.
• 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 or Community College of the Air Force associates degree in Air & Space Operations Technology.
• 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*

Benefits

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