Training Specialist/Instructional Designer
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Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Training Specialist/Instructional Designer – with a TS/SCI security clearance to support KITS and our government customer at Langley Air Force Base, VA.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
The Lead Training Specialist / Instructional develops and maintains the enterprise curriculum library that supports AI and RPA training across all ACC A3 Directorate and ACC wings.
The content production engine enables the Mobile Training Team (MTT) and Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) operations to deliver consistent, high-quality instruction across all ACC A3 Directorates and 32+ ACC Wings spanning NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and AFSCI environments.
Owns three critical functions:
Master Curriculum Library:
Design, develop, and maintain all enterprise training content (self-paced modules, VILT session guides, Train-the-Trainer certification packages, assessment instruments)
LMS Administration:
Manage the Learning Management System, user enrollments, completion tracking, reporting, and integration with the Token Management Dashboard.
Train-the-Trainer Coordination:
Develop and deliver Train-the-Trainer certification programs that create sustainable training capacity for all ACC A3 Directorates and ACC Wings.
This position ensures curriculum development and LMS operations run in parallel with no single-point-of-failure. When the MTT deploys, when VILT sessions launch, when ACC wings request training materials, the content is ready, current, and accessible.
Essential Job Functions:
Enterprise Curriculum Library Development & Maintenance
Design and develop all enterprise training content using the ADDIE methodology (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation)
Create andmaintain self-paced digital learning modules covering:
AI and RPA fundamentals
Platform-specific instruction for Ask Sageand other approved tools
Responsible AI ethics briefs
Security awareness and data governance requirements
Develop VILT session guides with facilitator scripts, slide decks, demonstration scenarios, and interactive exercises
Create Train-the-Trainer certification packages including all course materials, facilitation guides, assessment rubrics, and platform administration guidance
Maintain separate curriculum versions for NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and AFSCI classification levels
Update training materials within 30 days of any identified knowledge gap
Version control all curriculum materials with change logs and approval records
LMS Administration & Integration
Administer the Learning Management System (Government-approved) across all classification levels
Manage user enrollments, course assignments, and completion tracking for all ACC A3 Directorates and ACC Wings.
Configure LMS integration with the Token and License Management System (TLMS) to enforce training-before-access requirements
Generate andmaintain training completion reports by directorate, wing, and individual user
Troubleshoot LMS technical issues and coordinate with platform vendors as needed
Ensure LMS availability and performance meet QASP standards
Maintain audit-ready training records for compliance verification
Train-the-Trainer Certification Coordination:
Design and deliver Train-the-Trainer certification programs for ACC A3 Directorate and ACC Wing-level personnel
Coordinate certification delivery during ACC Wing visits
Assess candidate qualifications and certify trainers based on documented competency standards
Maintain a registry of certified wing trainers with certification dates
Provide ongoing support and refresher training to ACC A3 Directorate and ACC Wing trainers
Track Train-the-Trainer program effectiveness and adjust certification standards as needed
Data-Driven Continuous Improvement:
Review monthly service desk data toidentifyrecurring knowledge gaps and training deficiencies within 5 business days of each report
Analyze training completion rates, assessment scores, and user feedback toidentifycurriculum improvement opportunities
Track time from knowledge gap identification to updated curriculum deployment as a mandatory performance metric
Coordinate with Help Desk Analysts, AI/RPA developers, and Mobile Training Teams to incorporate operational lessons learned
Participate in quarterly lessons-learned sessions to inform curriculum updates
Working Condition:
Location and Environment:
Primary Work Location:
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), Virginia
Workspace:
Government-provided office space in secure facility; access to NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and collaboration tools
Classified Work:
Regular access to classified environments (SIPRNet, AFSCI) required for coordination and stakeholder engagement
Travel Requirements:
Frequency:
Approximately 50-60% - 10-12 wing visits annually as needed
Physical Demands:
Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation
Visual acuity for detailed technical work and data analysis
Manual dexterity for typing, coding, and operating computer equipment
Schedule and Availability:
Core Hours: 0800-1700 EST, Monday-Friday), with occasional extended hours to meet mission deadlines or support operational events
Flexibility:
Occasional early morning or evening meetings to accommodate wing schedules across time zones
Surge Periods:
Increased hours during major milestones, events, or exercises (with advance notice)
On-Call:
Notrequired, but responsiveness to urgent issues expected (email/phone within 4 hours during duty hours)
Telework:
No telework eligibility for unclassified administrative tasks; all classified work must be performed on-site in approved facilities
Security Environment:
Work with classified information up to Top Secret/SCI level
Compliance with OPSEC, CUI handling, and classification protocols
Subject to security inspections, audits, and continuous evaluation
Adherence to base access, badge, and facility security requirements
Minimum Qualifications, Certifications, and Platform Credentials:
Required Qualifications
Security Clearance
Minimum Secret clearance at start - Required
TS/SCI clearancerequired for AFSCI domains (no interim acceptable)
Experience
4+ years of instructional design and Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) delivery in federal or DoD environments
Proventrack recorddeveloping enterprise-scale training programs serving geographically dispersed audiences
Experience administering Learning Management Systems in Government environments
Background supporting AI, data, or emerging technology training programs preferred
Certifications & Methodologies (Required)
ADDIEmethodologyproficiency – Required (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation framework)
LMS administration experience with DAF365, Cornerstone, Meridian, or equivalent Government-approved platforms – Required
Train-the-Trainer facilitation experience – Required
CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8140.03 baseline) – Required
Technical Competencies
Expertproficiencywith instructional design tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Creative Cloud, Captiva, or equivalent)
Strong understanding of adult learning principles and competency-based training design
Experience developing training for multiple classification levels (unclassified, Secret, TS/SCI)
Familiarity with SCORM, xAPI, and LMS integration standards
Proficiencywith Microsoft Office Suite, Share Point, and collaboration platforms
Knowledge of accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance) for digital learning content
Performance Expectations:
30-day curriculum update cycle:
Allidentified knowledge gaps addressed with updated training materials within 30 days of identification
Zero training-gated access failures:
LMS and TLMS integration prevents any unauthorized token activation
100% MTT content readiness:
Mobile Training Teams (MTTs) deploy with current, complete curriculum packages for every scheduled wing visit
Train-the-Trainer certification delivery:
Certification programs delivered at every wing visit where candidates areidentified
LMS uptime:
System availability meets or exceeds QASP standards with zero unplanned outages exceeding 4 hours
Preferred Qualifications:
ProsciADKARor equivalent organizational change management certification
Experience supporting DoD, Air Force or ACC training programs
Background developing training for intelligence, ISR, or combat operations communities
Familiarity with Advana, Ask Sage, or other DoD enterprise AI platforms
Previouswork with DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) training requirements
Experience with video production, graphic design, or multimedia content development
Knowledge of DoD training accreditation processes
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