Position title: Training SME
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Clearance required: SECRET
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
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Design, deliver, and evaluate Initial Qualification Training (IQT) programs aligned to operational objectives and mission requirements; ensure courses meet established standards and timelines.
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Instruct classroom and practical/hands on sessions; develop and validate curricula, lesson plans, training aids, and assessments that support operators, maintainers, payload specialists, and mission commanders across multiple UxS platforms.
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Coordinate training schedules, facilities, ranges/labs, equipment, simulators, and student administration to enable seamless execution of training activities.
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Analyze training data and outcomes; recommend continuous improvements to content, delivery methods, and evaluation frameworks to enhance mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
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Create customized courses and learning paths specific to platform capabilities, mission profiles, and role based competencies.
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Provide training to Government personnel to enable independent training delivery; develop T3 materials, coach instructors, and support certification processes.
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Compliance & Standards: Apply applicable training standards, policies, and best practices; maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with contract and regulatory requirements.
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Deliverables:
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Training Reports: Session summaries, metrics, after action reviews (AARs), and recommendations.
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Student Administration: Attendance records, evaluation results, proficiency tracking, and certification logs.
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Courseware & Materials: Syllabi, lesson plans, instructor guides, student handbooks, simulator/lab checklists, and assessment instruments.
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Train the Trainer Package: course materials, instructor checklists, and certification records supporting Government led training.
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Minimum 5 years of experience operating platforms (UAV, USV, UUV, UGV).
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Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining UxS platforms (UAV, USV, UUV, UGV).
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Able to demonstrate understanding of operations.
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Able to demonstrate understanding of maintenance procedures, safety protocols, relevant regulations.
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Familiarity with adult learning principles.
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Familiarity with DoD instructional systems design models.
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Completed and current Basic Life Support (BLS - AED and CPR).
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Fully understands CNSWCINST 1500.1A NSW High Risk Training Safety.
