Training Specialist

Arenatechnologies; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Training Specialist to support NAVSEA / Portfolio Acquisition Executive Maritime. This hybrid role is based in the Washington, DC area.

The specialist will train groups, develop curricula, assess needs from process changes, coordinate Navy-provided training, and ensure programs meet government standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance during the time of employment.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Reports to Washington Navy Yard, up to 25% of the time, based upon client needs.

Responsibilities

• Trains individuals, small groups, and large groups to follow standards, establish processes, and present information using digital tools.
• Develop new training curriculum and materials.
• Identify and assess training needs arising from process/equipment changes and determine the best training method.
• Coordinate training provided by other Navy organizations.
• Review and evaluate training programs for compliance with government standards and regulations.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

DoD Secret Clearance

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising more than 130 personnel, SPA's Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life‑cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Training Specialist to support NAVSEA / Portfolio Acquisition Executive Maritime. This is a Hybrid position in the Washington, DC area.

Anticipated tasking includes:

• Trains individuals, small groups, and large groups to follow standards, establish processes and products, develop workforce competency in organizing and presenting information, and using digital tools
• Develop new training curriculum and materials
• Identify and assess training needs that arise from changes to processes and equipment, and determine most appropriate training method
• Coordinate training provided by other Navy organizations
• Review and evaluate training programs for compliance with government standards and regulations

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance during the time of employment
• Bachelor's degree
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience
• Reports to Washington Navy Yard, up to 25% of the time, based upon the needs of the client

Desired Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment
• Master's degree
• At least seven (7) years of relevant experience

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $73,000.00/Yr. - USD $85,000.00/Yr.