Instructor-TC/PC - Military veterans preferred

Aleut Federal, LLC


Job Category: Technology
Requisition Number: INSTR003088

Posted: May 7, 2025
Schedule: Full Time
Location: Frederick, Maryland 21701, United States

*This Position is Contingent Upon Contract Award*

ABOUT ALEUT FEDERAL

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company, its mission, and its customers are just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients and the various branches of the federal government. We engage in local markets, so community service is embedded in our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Instructor supporting the 53rd Space Operations Squadron (53 SOPS) at Fort Detrick, Maryland, is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and developing courseware for the Wideband Qualification Training (QT) course, which includes the Transmission Controller (TC) and Payload Controller (PC) training blocks. This role includes classroom and simulator-based instruction, curriculum development, simulator support, and collaboration with government counterparts to ensure mission-ready operators for MILSATCOM operations.

This position requires strong technical knowledge of SATCOM operations and instructional system design (ISD) practices aligned with DAFMAN 36-2675. The instructor may participate in up to 11 courses annually, each lasting 26 weeks, and support simulator platforms such as SST, WTCS, Wideband Thin Client, and TTS.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Deliver structured instruction for the Wideband QT course, specifically the TC and PC tracks, using classroom and hands-on learning formats.

• Create, revise, and maintain ISD-based courseware including lesson plans, assessments, and training guides, aligned with the Mission Task List (MTL) and Ready Space crew Task Memorandum (RTM) requirements.

• Adhere to DAFMAN 36-2675 and apply the ADDIE model to ensure instruction quality and consistency.

• Estimate 15 hours of courseware development for each hour of new or revised instructional content.

• Support up to 11 iterations of the 26-week TC/PC course per year, serving up to 10 students per class.

• Maintain and report student training progress and evaluations.

• Provide liaison support for simulator issues and coordinate with unit personnel, STARCOM, SSC, and vendors such as Sonalyst, L3 Harris, and WESS.

• Operate and support simulator systems including SST, WTCS, TTS, and Wideband Thin Client.

• Communicate courseware changes through instruction, email updates, briefings, and curriculum trackers.

• Support updates to training standards by assisting with RTM, MTL, Ready Spacecrew Program (RSP), and Realistic Training Review Board (RTRB) inputs in coordination with higher headquarters.

• Collaborate with team members, the Course Contractor Representative (CCR), and government SMEs to ensure training effectiveness.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Required: High School diploma.

• Preferred: Completion of a recognized military instructor course.

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Experience with SATCOM operations and MILSATCOM systems

• Familiarity with USSF MILSATCOM command-and-control structures

• Ability to collaborate respectfully and productively across team and organizational boundaries

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)

Preferred:

• Experience developing ISD-based courseware for Space Operations

• Experience delivering platform instruction or hands-on training for weapon systems

• Experience operating Wideband MILSATCOM systems

• Proficiency in training simulator use and scenario execution

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Clear and effective communicator, both written and verbal.

• Strong technical instruction skills and ability to engage diverse learners.

• Organized and detail-oriented; capable of managing course loads and deliverables.

• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

• Ability to adapt instructional approaches to student performance and feedback.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.

• Must be able to use a computer and related equipment for prolonged periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is an Onsite position that requires work to be performed onsite at an Aleut location.

• The working conditions for this position may include the following:

• Working indoors in an office environment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass pre-employment background screening.

• Must possess and be able to maintain a Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Must be able to be cleared for base or site access.

• Must be a US Citizen.

• Position may require up to 10% travel to CONUS government facilities for training support, exchange meetings, or collaboration.

Salary Range- $95K-$116K

We are accepting ongoing applications for this position.

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

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

At Aleut, our culture thrives on diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. By integrating diverse perspectives, we open up new possibilities, foster innovation, and fully harness our team's potential. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and inspired to grow and find purpose. Join us and be part of a culture that celebrates differences and belonging for everyone, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression pregnancy, reproductive health decision, familial responsibilities, marital status, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, or military/veteran status. We welcome everyone as they are!

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