Space Operations Instructor (Nssi)

Delta Solutions & Strategies is seeking a Space Operations Instructor to support course delivery and development at the National Security Space Institute (NSSI) Peterson SFB, CO. This position will instruct lessons in various courses as well as develop, implement, validate, and maintain educational and course materials for assigned lessons.

This position requires familiarity in the following areas: DoD, commercial and civil space operations, ground systems, on-orbit systems, links, international capabilities, threats, cyber operations/threats/security. Individual will assist in the coordination, development, and maintenance of said lessons. Individual will instruct develop and instruct Space Operations lessons. Individual will instruct, collaborate with NSSI government, civilian and contractor personnel to develop and deliver the courseware IAW customer specifications. In addition to the above, this position will also be responsible for the development, maintenance and delivery of all aspects related to Course execution.

Travel requirements of up to 25% annually, including occasional weekend.

What you will be doing:

• Postgraduate level adult education instructor and curriculum developer.
• Instruct in areas of SME and additional subject areas as required, supporting online, blended, in-resident and mobile courses of the NSSI as able and required.
• Qualify and deliver classroom instruction as assigned consistent with Instructional System Development (ISD) principles and NSSI Instructions to satisfy government course delivery requirements.
• Curriculum developer. Design, develop, implement, and maintain lesson plans and materials within the USAF Instructional System Development (ISD) guidelines to satisfy government educational requirements.
• Interface with internal and external agencies and customers as required to maintain up-to-date education program materials. Provide strategic guidance in the adoption of modern digital learning experiences, identification of knowledge and skills gaps, and creation of new learning paths to support space expertise at scale.

What you will need:

• Working knowledge of USSF Space Competencies
• Working knowledge of Commercial, Civil, and DOD space capabilities and operations
• Working knowledge and experience with training and education systems and programs
• Working knowledge of, and experience with, DoD Operational level command and control
• Working knowledge of US Space strategies, policies and doctrine
• Working knowledge of United States Combatant Commands.
• Working knowledge of US partners in space
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
• Master's degree from an accredited institution in relevant field (8 years of experience in a relevant field may be substituted for the education requirement).
• Security Clearance: Top-Secret clearance and SCI eligibility required.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Completion of Air Force Instructor Course or equivalent Joint Service or civilian course/degree
• Experience with DoD training/education, including planning, developing, and delivering instruction in accordance with the ISD model, training records keeping and documentation.
• Familiarity with USSF organizations, Guardian development and strategic direction

$100,000 - $125,000 a year

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 Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $100,000-$125,000. Please note 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 may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.