Senior Training Coordinator/instructional Designer

Senior Training Coordinator/Instructional Designer

Leidos National Security Sector combines technology-enabled services and mission software capabilities in the areas of cyber, logistics, security operations, and decision analytics to support our defense and intel customers' mission to defend against evolving threats around the world. Our team's focus is to ensure our customers have the right tools, technologies, and tactics to keep pace with an ever-evolving security landscape and succeed in their pursuit to protect people and critical assets.

The Intelligence Production Solutions Division (IPSD), part of the Decision Advantage Solutions Business Area, is currently seeking a Senior Training Coordinator/Instructional Designer to join the Chinook Program supporting Task Order 2 (TO2). The Senior Training Coordinator/Instructional Designer will take a leadership role in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality training programs for National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) personnel and other stakeholders, with a focus on geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) systems, tools, and workflows. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in instructional design, training coordination, and management of complex training initiatives in a technical and intelligence-driven environment.

Position may be performed in the following locations: Gaithersburg, MD, Alexandria, VA, Chantilly, VA, Denver, CO, St. Louis, MO, Tucson, AZ.

Clearance Level Required: Top Secret with the ability to obtain SCI, as well as a Polygraph.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced training programs, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of NGA users and mission objectives.
• Manage the end-to-end training process, from needs analysis and content development to delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement.
• Create and deliver customized training materials such as CONUS and OCONUS instructor-led courses, e-learning modules, job aids, and user documentation, ensuring content is accurate, engaging, and aligned with NGA's geospatial intelligence tools.
• Act as a subject matter expert in instructional design methodologies, applying adult learning principles and best practices to create effective learning experiences.
• Coordinate training schedules, logistics, and resources to support both in-person and virtual training sessions for NGA personnel.
• Partner closely with NGA mission stakeholders, technical teams, and SMEs to identify user requirements and define clear, measurable learning objectives for training programs.
• Evaluate and assess training effectiveness through feedback, testing, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement of training initiatives.
• Provide recommendations on technology tools, learning management systems (LMS), and virtual learning platforms to enhance training delivery and tracking.
• Ensure compliance with NGA's policies and procedures related to training, documentation, and security.
• Stay current on industry trends in instructional design and geospatial intelligence technologies, leveraging emerging tools and techniques to enhance training effectiveness.
• Support the development and implementation of train-the-trainer programs to build internal capacity and ensure sustainable training efforts.
• Monitor and report on key training metrics, including participant engagement, completion rates, and knowledge retention.
• Gather and identify lessons learned and user feedback for continuous training improvement. Additionally implementing feedback loops with the software development team for software improvements.

Basic Qualifications:

• US citizenship is required per contract.
• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Training & Development, or related field and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Master's with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience.
• 8+ years of experience in training coordination, instructional design, or related fields, with a focus on GEOINT or similar technical environments.
• Proven expertise in designing and developing training programs using instructional design methodologies.
• Extensive experience with eLearning development tools such as Adobe Captivate, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) and virtual training platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx, MS Teams).
• Familiarity with GEOINT systems (e.g., ArcGIS, Google Earth, NGA tools) and an understanding of how they support NGA missions.
• Experience in leading training initiatives and managing complex training projects within a dynamic, technical environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to create clear, concise, and engaging training content.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of GEOINT, geospatial data analysis, and mapping technologies.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and understanding of how to incorporate these into the training development process.
• Advanced knowledge of geospatial intelligence, geospatial data analysis, and mapping technologies.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile environments.
• Experience in project management and familiarity with tools such as Confluence, Jira, Microsoft PowerPoint or Project.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and interact effectively with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts.