Training and Development Specialist

Joint Research and Development; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

401K Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Joint Research and Development is seeking candidates for a contingent position in Washington, DC. This role involves reviewing and enhancing Test & Evaluation curriculum, serving as a Subject Matter Expert in adult learning, and delivering training solutions. Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, at least 3 years of experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include health insurance, 401K, and tuition reimbursement. A DHS Suitability clearance is required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Engineering or technical experience is required.
• Knowledge of DHS Acquisition and Systems Engineering policy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, updates, and enhances formal Test & Evaluation (T&E) curriculum.
• Delivers professional classroom and virtual instruction for T&E courses.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure training content remains current.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (MS or PhD)

Job description

JRAD is seeking candidates for a contingent/future position supporting the DHS Science and Technology (S&T). This position is in Washington DC/possibly hybrid.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Reviews, updates, and enhances formal Test & Evaluation (T&E) curriculum, including revising existing course materials and developing new instructional content aligned to program needs.
• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in adult learning, designing and delivering engaging instructor‑led and web‑based training solutions.
• Applies adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to create interactive, learner‑centered training experiences.
• Delivers professional classroom and virtual instruction in support of T&E courses, ensuring high‑quality facilitation and learner engagement.
• Supports training delivery for programs aligned with the Department of Homeland Security Acquisition Institute (HSAI), both onsite and in virtual environments.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure training content remains current, relevant, and aligned with mission and acquisition objectives.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years’ experience
• Engineering (or technical) experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Preferred qualifications:
  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD)
  • Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security Acquisition and Systems Engineering policy

Security Clearance

• DHS Suitability
• Secret

Benefits

The following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.