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Leidos is on the hunt for a seasoned Sr Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) Instructor to support the 480 ISRW at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, VA. This is a great opportunity to bring your expertise to a mission‑focused team operating at the forefront of Air Force intelligence training. Candidates must currently possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assists in providing instructional support services that will allow the 497 ISRW to achieve its mission while integrating evolving courseware design methodologies and information technologies to remain in synch with the Distributed Common Ground System’s (DCGS) evolving concept of operations and utilization of Analysis and Exploitation Teams (AET).
Provide in-residence academic classroom instruction; administer performance tests, written tests, special instructional assistance, and “hands-on” application /lab instruction; conduct appraisals, simulation/exercise events, student feedback surveys, and student training status updates
Share knowledge regarding DCGS products and use of instructional methods to provide the student-base the most realistic and relevant training
Provide course content and scenario development expertise to create an operationally relevant active learning environment
Possess knowledge of Learning Management System (LMS) technologies and/or training assessment/evaluation systems
Provide white cell coordination and technical support to Capstone exercises and performance checks
Provide detailed Quality Assurance reviews of courseware content
Ensure staff maintains appropriate instructor qualifications through either local STAN/EVAL functions, bi-annual/annual instructor evaluations and/or SME testing
Provide SME support and recommendations at Intelligence Realistic Training Review Boards (IRTRB).
Required Qualifications:
At least 8+ years of relevant experience; Bachelor’s degree or additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance
Worked with the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System and familiar with mission related analytic tools (e.g. Thresher, ChatSurfer, ISpy, Snapglass, FADE/MIST)
Experience with all source intelligence in support of operations
Experience with ISR operations and multi-intelligence processing, exploitation, and dissemination
Intelligence analysis experience with structured analytic techniques and critical thinking
Understanding of ICDs
Understanding of intelligence processes and organizational responsibilities within the AF and the Intelligence Community.
Strong organizational and time management skills
Effective written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate detailed technical information to peers and non-technical management staff as needed
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience as an Instructor Supervisor, Course Director or similar position to manage the course development cycle, ensure learning objectives/levels are appropriately met and implement accurate measurement devices.
Experience with the IRTRB process and development of Training Task Line (TTLs) items for the DCGS enterprise.
Experience with Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodologies, student tracking applications/tools such as Technical Training Management System (TTMS).
Expertise with scenario development and event storyboarding to meet all course performance and knowledge items to the desired training level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Air Force instructor certification
Experience working within an AET
Provide formal initial qualification training (IQT) supporting platform- and weapon system-specific ISR operations.
Understanding of instructional Systems Design (ISD) strategies and authoring tools
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June 21, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $82,550.00 - $149,225.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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