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Operations Training Curriculum Designer/Instructor Level 3/4 - Colorado Springs
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation · 🇺🇸 United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs
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About the role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Ignite Your Career in Space Operations! Northrop Grumman – Space Sector – Colorado Springs, CO Who We’re Looking For A visionary Operations Training Curriculum Designer/Instructor (Level 3 or Level 4) ready to shape the future of space missions. You’ll be the driving force behind cutting‑edge training that empowers both customers and internal teams to master the complexities of on‑orbit operations. 100 % onsite – this role is fully embedded in our Colorado Springs hub (no tele‑commute). Why This Role Is a Game‑Changer • Shape Mission Success: Design and deliver training that directly influences the performance of an active fleet of satellites. • Be a Pioneer: Define the “art of the possible” from day one, turning ambitious concepts into actionable reality. • Collaborate Across Borders: Work side‑by‑side with mission specialists, systems engineers, and customers from diverse backgrounds. • Impact Generations: Contribute to secure, sustainable space operations that will benefit future explorers and industries. Core Responsibilities: What You’ll Do • Curriculum Development :Create, manage, and maintain dynamic training products for mission operations. • Scenario & Exercise Design : Build automated scenarios, mission exercises, and certification check‑rides for both customers and internal staff. • Training Needs Analysis : Partner with Mission & Systems Leads to identify gaps, then craft training plans, reference guides, and evaluation tools. • Operational Alignment : Ensure every curriculum element mirrors the latest on‑orbit checkout, commissioning, and primary mission procedures. • Customer Interaction : Serve as the primary training liaison, delivering clear, impactful instruction to external partners. • Standardization & Compliance : Support multiple programs, guaranteeing consistent, contract‑compliant delivery across the Software & Controls and Engineering division. • Team Collaboration : Coordinate with Training Leads to meet timelines, milestones, and quality standards. What You Bring • Expertise: Proven experience designing technical curricula for aerospace, defense, or high‑tech environments (Level 3/4 proficiency). • Technical Acumen: Familiarity with satellite operations, mission‑critical software, and automated training platforms. • Instructional Mastery: Ability to translate complex technical concepts into engaging, hands‑on learning experiences. • Collaboration Skills: Comfortable working with cross‑functional teams and external customers, fostering trust and clarity. • Detail‑Oriented Mindset: Precision in aligning training material with evolving operational documentation and mission requirements. • Adaptability: Ready to juggle multiple programs while maintaining a consistent, high‑quality training standard. What You’ll Experience • Real‑World Imp