Training and Instructor Specialist

Company: Leidos
Location: Richardson
Posted on: April 2, 2026

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.

Keywords: Leidos, Allen , Training and Instructor Specialist, IT / Software / Systems , Richardson, Texas