Training and Instructional Systems Specialist

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KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

KBR is seeking a Training and Instructional Systems Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

KBR is the prime contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment. The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC). We acquire state of the art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

The Training and Instructional Systems Specialist will perform training requirements analysis and develop instructional solutions supporting operational and maintenance training programs.  The selected candidate will analyze mission tasks and translate operational requirements into effective training products, curricula, and learning pathways.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct job task analysis, mission task analysis, and training needs assessments

• Translate operational and maintenance tasks into measurable training requirements

• Develop curriculum architectures, courseware strategies, and training pipelines

• Apply Systems Approach to Training (SAT) and Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodologies

• Develop learning objectives, training standards, lesson plans, and evaluation criteria

• Support development of training products for instructor-led, distributed, and blended learning environments

• Participate in requirements reviews and program planning activities

• Coordinate with subject matter experts and customer stakeholders

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Human Performance Technology, Military Science, or related discipline

• 4+ years of experience in instructional systems design, training development, or military training programs

• Experience conducting task and training needs analyses

• Knowledge of SAT and ISD methodologies

• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desired:

• Masters degree in technical field

• Experience with Program Office and/or HQ CFC (previous HQ AFSPC, HQ SpOC) processes

• Experience supporting Department of War (DoW) training programs

• Familiarity with Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM)-compliant courseware development

• Experience supporting space, missile defense, or aerospace systems

• Familiarity with Request for Proposal (RFP) development

• Active DoD Top Secret, SCI clearance

Compensation:  $91,200 to $113,900 in El Segundo, CA

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.