Space Operations Instructor

Delta 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 Undergraduate Space Training courses. What you'll be doing: Prepare space professionals to operate spacecraft and command crews to accomplish orbital engagements during contested operations to ensure mission readiness and operational effectiveness Maintain training documentation and course materials to ensure compliance with Air Force and Space Force training standards Provide classroom instruction consistent with Instructional System Development (ISD) satisfying government training requirements Interface with internal and external agencies as required maintaining up-to-date training program Conduct, manage and qualify for courses based on 533RD TRS instructions and other guidance as identified in the lesson plans Interface with external agencies as required maintaining up-to-date training program Coordinate with Division Chiefs, training managers, and government training personnel to synchronize instructional activities, update course content, and improve training effectiveness Collaborate with curriculum development to ensure courseware reflects current doctrine, tactics, techniques, procedures (TTPs), rubrics, along with other academic requirements Support continuous improvement initiatives by incorporating curriculum updates, emerging operational concepts, and lessons learned into instructional programs Instruct multiple training blocks in accordance with 533rd TRS guidance, lesson plans, and applicable training directives: Ensure foundational understanding of C2 (Command and Control), Cyber, Intelligence, JIPOE (Joint Intelligence Preparation of the Operation Environment) and Mission Planning Ensure foundational understanding of Space Domain Awareness, Missile Warning, Payload Navigation and Timing, and Nuclear Detonation Detection Ensure foundational understanding of SATCOM and Electronic Warfare as well as the basics of orbital mechanics and how it’s applied in Orbital Warfare Ensure students apply knowledge learned in previous mission areas and execute multi-day hands on exercises Evaluate Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) learning objectives through progress checks, written exams, performance exercises, rubrics, and mission-planned scenarios, identifying lessons learned from tactical level debriefs What you'll need: Master’s degree from an accredited institution or 8 years of additional experience may be substituted for education requirements 6 to 8 years of experience with USAF training, to include planning and delivering instruction in accordance with the ISD model and training records keeping Possess working knowledge and experience with training systems and training programs Possess working knowledge of and experience with operational level command and control Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook) Top Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required Preferred Qualifications: Completion of Air Force Basic Instructor Course (BIC) Possess expert knowledge of orbital mechanics (Classic Orbital Elements) Demonstrated experience with orbit determination and analysis, maneuver planning, Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) and space surveillance Expert knowledge with mission planning, building, and executing orbital maneuvers to defeat terrestrial-based and space-based attacks Delta 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. EEO/AAP, M, F, V, D