Senior Training Specialist - L&P

Intrinsic First; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrinsic First is a leading provider of Navy training and workforce development services based in Poway, CA. We specialize in translating acquisition and technical needs into executable Fleet training solutions, aligning with Fleet readiness objectives.

The Senior Training Professional role focuses on developing Navy training requirements, coordinating with acquisition and training organizations, and applying instructional systems design across multiple platforms.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an applicable field.
• 10 years of relevant experience in training, learning and performance.
• Experience translating technical requirements into effective training solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Front End Analyses and training estimates for Navy programs and requirements.
• Develop and support training-analysis artifacts (JTA, TSA, TSRA, TSD, MTRP, TDCP, MC, TEEP).
• Draft, update and coordinate program training documentation (TRP, NTSP, TSP).
• Enter and maintain training information in HARPS and coordinate with NAVWAR stakeholders.
• Apply ISD principles to develop training materials based on system operations and requirements.

Skills

Navy MPT lifecycle

ISD principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Tools

HARPS

Job description

Intrinsic First is focused on improving leadership and workplace culture. Our work is grounded in the science of motivation: people do their best work when three basic needs are supported: choice, competency, and community. When people have a sense of ownership in their work, feel capable and grow in their skills, and experience real connection with others, both individuals and organizations perform at their best.

We partner with government organizations to strengthen both people and systems. We support critical mission operations that enable our government partners to deliver on their objectives. Internally, we practice what we teach. Our culture is built on trust, transparency, equity, balance, proactivity, growth, and fun. We take our work seriously, but we also believe that great work happens when people feel supported, respected, and able to contribute in meaningful ways.

Description

Intrinsic First is focused on improving leadership and workplace culture. Our work is grounded in the science of motivation: people do their best work when three basic needs are supported: choice, competency, and community. When people have a sense of ownership in their work, feel capable and grow in their skills, and experience real connection with others, both individuals and organizations perform at their best.

We partner with government organizations to strengthen both people and systems. We support critical mission operations that enable our government partners to deliver on their objectives. Internally, we practice what we teach. Our culture is built on trust, transparency, equity, balance, proactivity, growth, and fun. We take our work seriously, but we also believe that great work happens when people feel supported, respected, and able to contribute in meaningful ways.

Position Overview

This role is for a senior training professional with strong knowledge of the Navy Manpower, Personnel, and Training (MPT) lifecycle and experience translating acquisition and technical requirements into executable Fleet training solutions. The ideal candidate will have recent experience developing Navy training requirements and documentation, coordinating with acquisition and training organizations, applying instructional systems principles, and integrating training across multiple systems. The position will also support the introduction of new and modernized Navy capabilities into the training enterprise while ensuring alignment with Fleet readiness objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Front End Analyses (FEAs) and training estimates addressing manpower, personnel, training, management, and acquisition requirements for Navy programs, capabilities, and Families of Systems.
• Develop and support training-analysis artifacts such as Job Task Analyses (JTA), Training Situation Analyses (TSA), Training Systems Requirements Analyses (TSRA), Training Situation Documents (TSD), Manpower and Training Requirements Planning (MTRP), Training Device Coordinating Papers (TDCP), Military Characteristics (MC), and Training Effectiveness Evaluation Plans (TEEP) in accordance with applicable Navy guidance.
• Draft, update, coordinate, route, and support approval of program training documentation, including Training Requirements Plans (TRP), Navy Training System Plans (NTSP), and Training Systems Plans (TSP).
• Conduct MTRP and support development of effective MPT profiles early in the acquisition lifecycle; enter and maintain applicable training information using the Human Analysis and Requirements Planning System (HARPS).
• Coordinate and track Training Installation and Transfer Agreement activities associated with installation and transfer of Technical Training Equipment and Training Devices.
• Review NAVWAR NTSPs and provide recommendations for updates and changes.
• Apply Instructional Systems Design (ISD) principles to develop training materials based on system operations, technical requirements, and program documentation.
• Develop, review, update, and maintain curriculum and training materials, including sustainment curriculum maintained in accordance with the NAVEDTRA 130 series.
• Coordinate with Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) learning centers and other stakeholders to facilitate training transition.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute training events; deliver curriculum when required; maintain student training records; and participate in Fleet training validation and verification events.
• Analyze and recommend appropriate training technologies and delivery methods, including Computer Aided Instruction, Computer Based Training (CBT), Web Based Training, SCORM, simulation, Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) environments, intelligent tutoring systems, and emerging training technologies.
• Provide subject matter expertise in learning theory and instructional-system principles, methods, practices, and techniques.
• Conduct enterprise and cross-system training analyses involving NAVWAR and Information Warfare systems to improve training effectiveness, operational proficiency, and workforce performance across platforms and warfighting domains.
• Support Navy enterprise training initiatives such as Ready Relevant Learning (RRL) and recommend approaches for interoperability, capability-based training, cross-system solutions, and modernization of training content.
• Support NAVWAR/PEO training councils, training roadmaps, MPT Advisory Boards, Fleet Training Wholeness activities, and other enterprise training working groups.
• Develop and support integrated training solutions and Training Investment Strategies that leverage existing training capabilities while planning for future technologies and Fleet requirements.
• Support Training Support Agency (TSA) activities for systems entering production, including initial training plans, training packages, initial cadre/instructor and maintenance training, installation of new training equipment, and initial training for new production equipment.
• Support development of technical or journeyman manuals, instructor guides, and trainee measurement aids for new or significantly modified systems.

Education & Certifications

• Master's degree in engineering, technical, scientific, managerial, or other applicable field consistent with the contract labor-category requirements.

Experience & Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant professional experience supporting training, learning and performance, MPT, instructional systems, Navy acquisition, or closely related activities.
• Demonstrated experience developing and supporting formal training documentation and analysis products, including FEAs, MTRPs, NTSPs, TRPs, TSPs, JTAs, TSAs, TSRAs, TSDs, TDCPs, and/or TEEPs.
• Experience analyzing training requirements and translating technical/system requirements into effective training solutions.
• Experience supporting Navy, DoD, or comparable complex technical training and acquisition programs throughout the system and training lifecycle.
• Direct experience supporting NAVWAR, NAVWAR Program Executive Offices, NIWC, NETC, NAVIFOR, and other Navy Systems Commands.
• Experience using Navy/NAVWAR training and acquisition information systems, including HARPS or comparable systems.
• Experience leading or supporting multidisciplinary training teams, overseeing junior training, instructional design, or MPT personnel, and coordinating with program offices, technical organizations, training commands, Fleet stakeholders, and senior leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments to meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of Navy MPT and training lifecycle processes.
• Working knowledge of OPNAVINST 1500.76 series, NAVEDTRA 130 series, and applicable NAVWAR/SPAWAR training policies and processes.
• Working knowledge of instructional systems design, learning/performance principles, and training-development methodologies.

Security Clearance Requirement

• Active DoD SECRET clearance required. Active TS/SCI clearance preferred.