Instructional Developer 3

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking a JOPC Training and Knowledge Management Specialist who supports the professional development and operational readiness of Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) personnel at the Aerospace Data Facility-Colorado (ADF-C). The position ensures that all training, curriculum, and knowledge management activities meet government standards and operational needs. This position is essential for maintaining the operational readiness and professional development of JOPC personnel, ensuring alignment with evolving government and mission requirements.

As a JOPC Training and Knowledge Management Specialist your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Curriculum Development & Instruction

  • Design, develop, and implement curriculum and instructional materials for JOPC-certified positions, using competency-based assessment methods and instructional design best practices.

  • Establish training requirements based on JOPC needs and operational changes, especially when new ground and space systems are integrated into the operational baseline.

  • Conduct operations training and certify personnel in line with USSPACECOM and NGA standards.

• Knowledge Management

  • Serve as the Knowledge Management (KM) specialist for JOPC, ensuring all training materials and documentation are current.

  • Review and update training content, liaising with internal customers and leadership to ensure alignment with operational requirements.

  • Coordinate with DoD and IC training organizations to recommend external OPIR training materials for inclusion in JOPC programs.

• Training Coordination & Support

  • Organize and coordinate all training-related activities, including support for USSPACECOM and NGA training requests.

  • Support the NGA Extended Learning Site (ELS) in facilitating NGA-related training.

  • Identify and report issues related to training, professional development, curriculum, and operational readiness to organizational leadership.

• Operational Readiness

  • Support professional development and operational readiness through scenario-based training, exercises, and competency assessments.

  • Provide support during exercises, major system installations, or upgrades, including occasional shift or evening work as required.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, a related field with 5+ years related instructional development experience

  • Or associate's degree with 8+ years related instructional development experience

  • Or high school diploma with 11+ years related instructional development experience

• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain SAP and STO; willingness to undergo CI polygraph

• Experience in assessment, curriculum development, and military training environments, including evaluating military plans, operations, and exercises, and analyzing training needs to develop effective solutions.

• Strong instructional design and knowledge management expertise, including curriculum development, website and file structure maintenance, and content management.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate across DoD, IC, and internal teams, and flexibility to support shift or evening work during critical operational periods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting USSPACECOM, NGA, or similar DoD/IC organizations.

• Familiarity with OPIR strategies and real-time tasking in space operations.

• Advanced degree in a related field.

Schedule:M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Onsite, Buckley SFB, Colorado

Travel:Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range: $100,000-$130,000

The salary rangeinformation is a general guideline only.Several factors can influence the salary for a positionincluding but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates,geographic location, business considerations,scopeand responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@torchtechnologies.com. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.