Title:
Training and Instructional Systems Specialist
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.
Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.
Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.
Job Summary:
KBR is seeking a Training and Instructional Systems Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA.
KBR is the prime contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for KBR employment. The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC). We acquire state of the art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
The Training and Instructional Systems Specialist will perform training requirements analysis and develop instructional solutions supporting operational and maintenance training programs. The selected candidate will analyze mission tasks and translate operational requirements into effective training products, curricula, and learning pathways.
Responsibilities will include:
• Conduct job task analysis, mission task analysis, and training needs assessments
• Translate operational and maintenance tasks into measurable training requirements
• Develop curriculum architectures, courseware strategies, and training pipelines
• Apply Systems Approach to Training (SAT) and Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodologies
• Develop learning objectives, training standards, lesson plans, and evaluation criteria
• Support development of training products for instructor-led, distributed, and blended learning environments
• Participate in requirements reviews and program planning activities
• Coordinate with subject matter experts and customer stakeholders
Required Experience:
• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Human Performance Technology, Military Science, or related discipline
• 4+ years of experience in instructional systems design, training development, or military training programs
• Experience conducting task and training needs analyses
• Knowledge of SAT and ISD methodologies
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred Experience:
• Masters degree in technical field
• Experience with Program Office and/or HQ CFC (previous HQ AFSPC, HQ SpOC) processes
• Experience supporting Department of War (DoW) training programs
• Familiarity with Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM)-compliant courseware development
• Experience supporting space, missile defense, or aerospace systems
• Familiarity with Request for Proposal (RFP) development
• Active DoD Top Secret, SCI clearance
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site
- Travel Requirements: Minimal
- Working Hours: Standard, 40 hours per week (Full-time)
Compensation: For California only, the salary range for this position is approximately $91,200 to $113,900. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Other Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
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