Absolute Business Solutions Corp (ABSC) is not just another tech company. We’re a community of innovators, engineers, analysts and business professionals working together with our customers to tackle the most complex challenges. For more than 20 years we’ve supported critical Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), Federal Civilian missions and global, multi-national corporations. We specialize in supporting our clients in the Intelligence, Technology, Defense, AI/ML, and Data Science fields. As we continue to grow at a rapid pace, we need some amazing new professionals to join our team. In particular, we are seeking an experienced Mission Trainer Team Lead to primarily support our program.
Seniority of this role: Senior (Team Lead)
Clearance Required for this role: Active DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a CI Polygraph
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Mission Trainer Team Lead to support intelligence training initiatives for mission-critical programs at Fort Belvoir. This role leads the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs aligned with Army and TRADOC standards, ensuring intelligence professionals are equipped with current tradecraft, doctrine, and operational capabilities.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in intelligence training, curriculum development, and instructional delivery for military audiences, along with proven leadership in managing training teams and initiatives across multiple environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, maintenance, and delivery of intelligence training programs aligned with mission objectives, tradecraft, and operational standards
- Design and develop lesson plans, presentations, and curricula in accordance with TRADOC and Army training standards
- Deliver instructor-led training to military and intelligence audiences across multiple geographic locations
- Manage and oversee training activities, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to government requirements
- Maintain training materials within designated systems (e.g., AGILE, Training Development Capability (TDC), or similar platforms)
- Evaluate emerging intelligence policies, doctrine, and guidance; incorporate updates into training products as appropriate
- Develop and maintain training records, metrics, and tracking systems in accordance with program requirements
- Provide subject matter expertise on intelligence processes, tradecraft, and dissemination practices
- Lead and mentor training staff, ensuring effective execution of instructional objectives and professional development of team members
- Deliver briefings and training updates to leadership and stakeholders as required
Required Qualifications
- Active DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance with the ability to obtain a CI Polygraph
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 10 years of experience in an intelligence discipline within DoD or the Intelligence Community (within the last 15 years)
OR
Associate’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience developing training materials or curricula in accordance with TRADOC and Army standards
- Minimum 5 years of experience conducting training within the United States across multiple geographic locations
- Demonstrated experience instructing and delivering training to military audiences
- Strong understanding of intelligence tradecraft, processes, and operational environments
Required Skills and Competencies
- Proven ability to design and deliver structured training programs for complex intelligence topics
- Strong instructional and facilitation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences
- Experience developing curriculum, lesson plans, and training documentation
- Familiarity with Army training development systems and frameworks (e.g., TRADOC, TDC, AGILE)
- Ability to analyze policy and doctrine and translate into actionable training content
- Strong organizational skills with experience maintaining training records and reporting metrics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior stakeholders
- Ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and execute in high-tempo environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in a team lead or supervisory training role
- Experience supporting intelligence training programs within DIA, Army, or IC environments
- Familiarity with cross-domain or multi-source intelligence training environments
- Experience incorporating emerging technologies or tools into training delivery
What Sets You Apart
- You bring both operational intelligence experience and training expertise, bridging mission and instruction
- You understand how to translate complex doctrine into practical, mission-ready training
- You are a trusted leader and communicator, capable of guiding teams and influencing stakeholders
- You thrive in environments where mission impact, precision, and adaptability matter
Salary is commensurate with experience. An approximate alary range for this requisition is: $200k-$220k+ annual. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Who we are:
ABSC is a technology and services company that combines the agility of a small business with proven processes refined over more than two decades in business. We specialize in supporting public sector clients in the Intelligence, Defense, Health, and Safety areas. Our team stands ready to deliver the next generation of programs, personnel, and solutions to help advance our federal government customers’ driving innovation, agility, and security across all mission areas.
Some of our benefits include:
Generous PTO plus 11 Federal Holidays
Retirement Planning – 401k Fully Vested with Match
Annual Health and Wellness Allowance – buy an Apple Watch, a treadmill, or hit the gym on us
Career Development – Annual Funds to spend on Education and Training
Volunteer Time Off – Annually, all employees can spend 8 hours directly supporting a charity of choice
Charitable Match – ABSC matches an employee’s donation to a qualifying charity
Referral Program – We pay for internal and external referrals!
LOV Awards – Earn bonus awards throughout the year from our Living Our Values awards program
Apply to join our team today! We are always looking to grow our team - if you know someone who is seeking a new career opportunity, please share this job opening with them! ABSC offers generous external referral bonuses. You don’t need to be an employee to benefit from our Referral Program!
*ABSC is a proud V3, Virginia Values Vets, member which recognizes our commitment to hiring Veterans. If you are a veteran, please be sure to include that in your application. Thank you! *
Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
