Senior Training Instructor

CICONIX, LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CICONIX LLC seeks a Senior Training Instructor to provide on-site, advanced trauma and medical training at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, TX. Lead classes, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with DHA/JTS guidelines while delivering classroom, lab, and simulation-based instruction.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in education or instructional design, with 8–10 years teaching experience and 3–5 years in senior instructor roles; US citizenship and security clearance readiness are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 8–10 years of progressive teaching or instructing experience.
• 3–5 years as senior instructor or lead trainer.
• Completion of Instructor Training Course or equivalent (military or civilian).
• SOF medic or trauma training program experience preferred.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.
• Willingness to comply with government vaccination requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver advanced trauma and medical training on-site.
• Ensure instructional quality and assess student performance.
• Mentor junior instructors and standardize delivery.
• Maintain compliance with DOD/DHA policies and JTS guidelines.
• Deliver classroom, lab, and simulation-based instruction.
• Serve as Training Safety Officer during field events.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and professional development.
• Contribute to after-action reviews and program improvements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, or related

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Senior Training Instructor

About CICONIX:

CICONIX LLC is a Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in business advisory and technical assistance for military health programs. We value exceptional people, unwavering integrity, inclusive collaboration, and enduring impact.

Location(s):

Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, TX (on-site)

Position Details:

• Full-time position
• Regular weekly hours (Work hours can be between: 0800-1700 with 0800-1430 being core work hours)
• No calls, nights, weekends, or holidays!
• Full benefit program, including: health, PTO, and 401k + contribution

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, or a related discipline
• 8-10 years of progressive teaching or instructing experience
• 3-5 years of experience in a Senior Instructor or Lead Trainer role

Summary:

CICONIX is seeking a Senior Training Instructor to support The Joint Trauma System (JTS) a part of the Defense Health Agency (DHA) on-site in Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, TX.

About the Role:

• Provide senior training instructor support services to lead and deliver advanced trauma and medical training.
• Ensure instructional quality, mentor junior instructors, evaluate student performance, and maintain compliance with DOD/DHA training policies, accreditation standards, and joint trauma system (JTS) clinical practice guidelines.
• Deliver advanced classroom, laboratory, and simulation-based instruction for trauma and operational medicine courses; facilitate case studies, high-fidelity simulations, and complex scenario-based training; ensure instruction reflects current JTS Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) and best practices.
• Serve as the onsite Training Safety Officer during field-based training events unless otherwise designated.
• Mentor and coach junior instructors, providing guidance on instructional techniques and content delivery; oversee the quality and consistency of instruction across assigned courses; provide performance feedback and professional development recommendations for instructional staff.
• Ensure grading and feedback processes are fair, accurate, and aligned to learning objectives and recommend remediation strategies for students requiring additional support.
• Participate in after-action reviews (AARs) and incorporate feedback into instructional practices.
• Provide recommendations for improvements to enhance course effectiveness and student learning outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in education, Instructional Design, or a related discipline.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience:
  • 8 to 10 years of progressive teaching or instructing experience.
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in a senior instructor or lead trainer role.
  • Completion of military or civilian Instructor Training Course or equivalent (e.g. Army Basic/Advanced Instructor Course, USAF/USN Instructor certification).
  • Strong preference for individuals with SOF medic experience or robust conventional experience in training operational walking blood banks or managing whole blood training programs.
  • Prior experience serving as lead instructor, course director, or senior faculty member for military trauma training programs preferred.
• Security & Background Check:
  • U.S. Citizenship and a successful background investigation are required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Willingness to comply with the government vaccination requirements.

*This position is contingent and will begin upon contract award.

CICONIX LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. We E-Verify all employees.

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