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Job Description
SWIFT / ASTRO / MPC
Instructor Galapagos Federal Systems
LLC. - 4.7
Colorado Springs, CO Job Details Full-time $132,000 - $152,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Training program design for professional development Practical exercises Classroom activity organization Developing new academic courses Simulation-based learning activities Performance feedback (performance evaluation method) DoD experience Adult education instructional development Content development Teaching assessments Intelligence analysis Training outcomes evaluation for professional development Classroom experience Exercise planning Assessment instructional content development Classroom Teaching Specialized technical training Educational content composition projects Learning activities preparation Providing feedback to students
Full Job Description Overview:
Job Summary Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a motivated and qualified
SWIFT / ASTRO / MPC
Instructor to join our team in support of a U.S. Space Force Delta 7 training program. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals delivering mission-critical classified space intelligence training that enhances the operational readiness of the U.S. Space Force. The
SWIFT / ASTRO / MPC
Instructor will deliver instructor-led training for the Space War fighter Intelligence Fundamentals Training (SWIFT), Analysis, Structured Techniques, Reasoning, and Operational Trade-craft (ASTRO), and Mission Planning Course (MPC) programs. The successful candidate will facilitate classroom instruction, practical exercises, and student assessments while supporting course preparation, curriculum development, and courseware maintenance. Instruction will focus on intelligence fundamentals, structured analytic techniques, operational trade-craft, mission planning, and classified space intelligence operations to ensure students are prepared to support current and emerging mission requirements. Key Responsibilities The
SWIFT/ASTRO/MPC
Instructor will: Deliver instructor-led training for the Space War fighter Intelligence Fundamentals Training (SWIFT), Analysis, Structured Techniques, Reasoning, and Operational Trade-craft (ASTRO), and Mission Planning Course (MPC) programs Facilitate classroom instruction, practical exercises, scenario-based learning, student assessments, and after-action reviews in a classified training environment Instruct students on intelligence fundamentals, structured analytic techniques, critical thinking, operational trade-craft, mission planning, ISR integration, and space operations Develop, review, and maintain Programs of Instruction (POIs), lesson plans, practical exercises, assessments, student materials, and courseware Support curriculum updates to ensure training materials remain aligned with current doctrine, tactics, techniques, procedures, and mission requirements Evaluate student performance, provide coaching and feedback, and maintain accurate training records and documentation Coordinate with instructors, Government stakeholders, and program leadership to ensure successful planning and execution of training events Support continuous improvement initiatives by incorporating student feedback, after-action reviews, and operational lessons learned into course content and delivery
Requirements:
Skills and Experience The
SWIFT/ASTRO/MPC
Instructor must have: Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance 5+ years of experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Air Force (DAF), Intelligence Community (IC), space operations, intelligence, ISR, mission planning, intelligence training, or analytic trade-craft Experience delivering instructor-led training, operational instruction, or courseware in a classified DoD or Intelligence Community environment Experience developing or maintaining Programs of Instruction (POIs), lesson plans, practical exercises, assessments, and instructional courseware Experience teaching intelligence fundamentals, structured analytic techniques, mission planning, operational trade-craft, ISR, or related intelligence disciplines Ability to facilitate classroom discussions, practical exercises, student evaluations, and after-action reviews Ability to work full-time on-site at Peterson Space Force Base Experience supporting Space War fighter Intelligence Fundamentals Training (SWIFT), Analysis, Structured Techniques, Reasoning, and Operational Trade-craft (ASTRO), Mission Planning Course (MPC), or comparable intelligence training programs Familiarity with DAFH 36-2675, instructional systems design (ISD), ADDIE methodology, or formal military instructor certification programs Experience supporting the U.S. Space Force (USSF), U.S. Air Force (USAF), Combat Forces Command (CFC), Space Delta 7, or other classified space intelligence organizations Knowledge of space operations, ISR, mission planning, space targeting, and classified space intelligence training environments Education and Certifications The
SWIFT/ASTRO/MPC
Instructor must meet the following: Required Bachelor's or master's degree in intelligence studies, space operations, education, instructional design, national security, or a related field from an accredited college or university Preferred Formal instructor certification or military instructor qualification Intelligence, space operations, mission planning, or instructional systems design certification Benefits Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) PTO Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Paid federal holidays Security Clearance Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information. Physical Requirements Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary. Company Summary Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services. Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget." Company Employment Statement Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.
