Orbital Warfare Instructor/Instructional Designer IV
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Orbital Warfare Instructor/Instructional Designer IV
125,000–145,000 / Year
Location
Colorado Springs, CO, 80919 • Colorado Project
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
August 9, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
Orbital Warfare Instructor/Instructional Designer IV
About Aleut Federal:
At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our Clients, the various branches of the federal government. We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our process.
Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.
The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.
General Duties:
Aleut is in search of a highly motivated individual to instruct, develop, validate, and maintain orbital warfare (OW) course material at the 537^th^ Training Squadron, Peterson SFB CO in support of the USSF Officer Training Course (OTC).
Specific duties:
- Develop, qualify on, and deliver in-residence OW course materials consistent with the principles of Instructional Systems Design (ISD), and aligned to 537 TRS instructions, security classification guides, and other guidance as identified in lesson plans
- Interface with internal and external orbital warfare and analysis agencies as required to maintain a state-of-the-art training program
- Coordinate instructional activities with the Contract Task Lead, and government supervisory personnel
- Additional duties –as assigned
- Work on-site – minimal telework authorized
Required Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge with orbital mechanics, orbit determination and analysis, maneuver planning, Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO), orbital engagement maneuvers, and space surveillance operations
- Possess expert knowledge of capabilities, limitations, and vulnerabilities of US and foreign space systems
- Possess working knowledge of and experience with operational level command and control
- Skilled communicator, experienced in providing platform instruction to an academically diverse audience. Completion of Air Force Instructor Course or similar joint instructor course preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
- Active or current Top-Secret Clearance and SCI eligibility required
Education and Required Experience:
Education:
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution in relevant field (engineering desired) or a bachelor’s degree and 8 years of additional experience may be substituted for education requirement
Years of Experience:
- Minimum of 4 years of OW-related experience either in industry, academia, or with a U.S. Government agency
Salary Range:
- $125,000 -- $145,000 (annually) – salary range may be adjusted for candidates with PhD degrees in relevant STEM fields coupled with experience in DoD or industry.
Closing Date:
- We will accept applications until the position is filled.
Benefits:
Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life insurance
- 401k and match
EEO Statement:
Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop, qualify on, and deliver in-residence orbital warfare course materials using Instructional Systems Design principles.
- Interface with internal and external orbital warfare and analysis agencies to maintain training programs.
- Coordinate instructional activities with Contract Task Leads and government supervisory personnel.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in relevant field (engineering desired)
- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of additional experience
Skills Required
Orbital mechanicsOrbit determination and analysisManeuver planningRendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO)Orbital engagement maneuversSpace surveillance operationsUS and foreign space systems capabilities and vulnerabilitiesOperational level command and controlMicrosoft Office applicationsCommunicationPlatform instruction
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life insurance
- 401k and match
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