Space Operations Instructor

Orbital Engagement InstructorDelta Solutions & Strategies is seeking an Orbital Engagement Instructor to join our team at Vandenberg SFB, CA. This position will develop, implement, validate, and maintain training and course material at the 533rd Training Squadron (533 TRS), Vandenberg SFB CA for the Enlisted/Officer Undergraduate Space Training courses.What you'll be doing:Prepare space professionals to operate spacecraft and command crews to accomplish satellite engagements during contested operations to ensure mission accomplishmentProvide classroom instruction consistent with Instructional System Development (ISD) satisfying government training requirementsInterface with internal and external agencies as required maintaining up-to-date training programConduct, manage and qualify for courses based on 533RD TRS instructions and other guidance as identified in the lesson plansCoordinate instructional activities with the Division Chief, training managers and government training personnelAdditional duties as assignedWhat you'll need:Master's degree from an accredited institution or 8 years of additional experience may be substituted for education requirements6 to 8 years of experience with USAF training, to include planning and delivering instruction in accordance with the ISD model and training records keepingPossess working knowledge and experience with training systems and training programsPossess working knowledge of and experience with operational level command and controlPossess expert knowledge of orbital mechanics (Classic orbital elements)Demonstrated experience with orbit determination and analysis, maneuver planning, Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) and space surveillanceExpert knowledge with mission planning, building, and executing orbital maneuvers to defeat terrestrial-based and space-based attacksCompletion of Air Force Instructor Course preferredProficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)Top Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility requiredDelta Solutions & Strategies offers a generous benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, parental, military, and jury duty paid leaves.In compliance with California's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $150,000-$165,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

Delta Solutions & Strategies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

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