Posting Title: T-6A Aviation Training Subject Matter Expert
Location: Randolph Air Force Base (AFB), TX
Compensation: $80,000 - $110,000 commensurate with experience
This is a full-time, on-site position, which requires an active SECRET clearance.
Position Overview
ASI is seeking a highly qualified T-6A Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the development, validation, modernization, and delivery of advanced United States Air Force (USAF) pilot training programs. This position leverages extensive experience as a T-6A Instructor Pilot (IP), Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) Instructor, Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) Instructor, or T-6A Simulator Instructor to develop and improve instructor-led training (ILT), computer-based training (CBT), courseware, assessments, and instructional materials.
The successful candidate will apply expert knowledge of T-6A Texan II aircraft systems, flight operations, aviation training, aircrew instruction, USAF flying regulations, training standards, and instructional systems development (ISD) to support high-quality training solutions for military aviation programs.
Key Responsibilities
Training Development
- Develop, update, validate, and maintain instructor-led training (ILT), computer-based training (CBT), courseware, lesson plans, training guides, and instructional materials.
- Incorporate current USAF flying training standards, procedures, and operational requirements into training products.
- Support curriculum development and course modernization efforts.
Assessment Development
- Create, update, review, and validate knowledge checks, examinations, test banks, assessments, and evaluation materials.
- Ensure assessments accurately measure learning objectives and training outcomes.
Content Review and Validation
- Review and validate training content for technical accuracy, operational relevance, and compliance with USAF standards.
- Evaluate scenarios, graphics, simulations, multimedia assets, and instructional materials for quality and effectiveness.
- Recommend improvements to training products and learning experiences.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Support
- Collaborate with instructional designers, courseware developers, engineers, program managers, and government customers throughout the training development lifecycle.
- Participate in design reviews, working groups, customer meetings, and training validation events.
Instructional Design Support
- Apply instructional systems design (ISD), adult learning principles, and training development methodologies to improve course effectiveness.
- Support analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) activities.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree required.
Aviation Experience
- Previously qualified as a T-6A Instructor Pilot (IP) supporting Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) or Pilot Instructor Training (PIT).
Alternative Qualification
- Recent experience as a T-6A Simulator Instructor may be considered when combined with previous T-6A flight experience.
Flight Experience
- Minimum 1,000 total jet flight hours in U.S. military aircraft.
Technical Expertise
- Extensive knowledge of:
- T-6A Texan II aircraft systems
- Flight operations
- Aircrew training
- Pilot training programs
- USAF flying regulations
- USAF procedures and standards
- Aviation instruction and evaluation
Training Development Experience
- Familiarity with instructional systems design (ISD), instructional design methodologies, curriculum development, training development, and courseware development processes.
Security Clearance
- Active Secret Security Clearance required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting military training program development.
- Experience with Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT), Pilot Instructor Training (PIT), or related Air Force aviation training programs.
- Experience developing instructor-led training (ILT) and computer-based training (CBT).
- Experience working within simulator-based training environments.
- Knowledge of ADDIE, instructional systems design (ISD), curriculum development, and learning management systems (LMS).
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders.
- Experience validating and improving complex training systems, training devices, and instructional materials.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Collaborative, mission-focused work environment
- Opportunity to support next-generation USAF training initiatives
