Leidos

Training and Instructor Specialist

Leidos  •  $105k - $190k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

The Maritime System Division (MSD) of LEIDOS has an opening for a self-motivated team player that has demonstrated experience as an ISR USN platform system operator instructor to join our talented team. This role demands an exceptional command of technical, tactical, and instructional techniques to garner the immediate trust of the warfighter.

**This position requires an active TS clearance to apply**

Successful candidate will:

  • Provide direct instruction to students in both classroom and simulator training environments, including:
    • Lectures
    • Computer based learning
    • Desktop simulation
    • Crew-based simulation
    • Supervision of tests and assessments
  • Collect and review student performance and feedback data for use in reporting and assessment of training effectiveness.
  • Review and provide feedback to the Prime Contractor on system Interactive Courseware (ICW), Instructor-Led Training (ILT) lessons, scripts for Desktop Training Mode (DTM) events; and scenarios for Tactical Crew Coordination Trainer (TCCT) events for technical accuracy and effective instructional strategy.
  • Review and provide subject matter expertise to the Government customer, Prime Contractor, and Fleet operators on a highly complex sensor system.
  • Have familiarity with classified marking and handling requirements as set forth in DoD and DoN policy.
  • Ensure 100% accountability of classified training materials and engineering documents.
  • Collect and disseminate training system performance and discrepancy reports.
  • Provide training device testing and acceptance support.

At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits http://www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits, including 4 or more weeks Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.

Basics Qualifications:

  • BA/BS or equivalent experience, with 8+ years as an Advanced Airborne Sensor Tactical Officer (TO) or Sensor Operator (S) or Master’s degree with 6+ years of prior relevant experience.
  • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize tasks, and complete assigned projects with minimal supervision
  • Strong technical, verbal, and writing skills

Preferred Qualifications and experience:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate as part of a team
  • Experience as Naval Flight Officer (NFO) or Aircrewman Operator (AWO) Instructor/Evaluator with a master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Experience as P-8A Advanced Airborne Sensor Instructor, Tactical Officer (TO) or Sensor Operator (SO)
  • Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Community operations and training experience
  • Instructor experience as a Squadron, Fleet replacement Squadron (FRS)/VP-30, and FRS IUT Instructor, teaching complex maritime airborne sensor systems.
  • Experience supporting Special Access programs.
  • Experience supporting an ACAT I-D program.
  • Experience operating in a multi-level protection environment.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

March 20, 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:

Pay Range $105,300.00 - $190,350.00

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.

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About Leidos

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.

Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
1969
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