Training Specialist / Instructional Designer

Koniag Government Services, LLC•Hampton, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. The Training Specialist / Instructional Designer develops and maintains the enterprise curriculum library that supports AI and RPA training across all Air Combat Command wings. This is not a mobile training delivery role. This is the content production engine that enables two Mobile Training Teams (MTTs) and Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) operations to deliver consistent, high-quality instruction across 20+ 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 and License Management System (TLMS) Train-the-Trainer Coordination: Develop and deliver Train-the-Trainer certification programs that create sustainable training capacity at each ACC wing This position ensures curriculum development and LMS operations run in parallel with no single-point-of-failure. When MTTs deploy, when VILT sessions launch, when wings request training materials, the content is ready, current, and accessible.

Requirements

Security Clearance: TS/SCI clearance required at start (no interim acceptable)
Experience 4+ years of instructional design and Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) delivery in federal or DoD environments
Proven track record developing 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):
ADDIE methodology proficiency – Required (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation framework)
LMS administration experience with DAF365, Cornerstone, Blackboard, or equivalent Government-approved platforms – Required
Train-the-Trainer facilitation experience – Required
CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8140.03 baseline) – Required
Technical Competencies
Expert proficiency with instructional design tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, 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
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and collaboration platforms
Knowledge of accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance) for digital learning content

Nice To Haves

Prosci ADKAR or 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, AskSage, or other DoD enterprise AI platforms
Previous work with DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) training requirements
Experience with video production, graphic design, or multimedia content development
Knowledge of DoD training accreditation processes

Responsibilities

Enterprise Curriculum Library Development & Maintenance
Design and develop all enterprise training content using the ADDIE methodology (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation)
Create and maintain self-paced digital learning modules covering:
AI and RPA fundamentals
Platform-specific instruction for AskSage and 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 (tracked as mandatory KPI)
Version control all curriculum materials with change logs and approval records
LMS Administration & Integration:
Administer the Learning Management System (DAF365 or Government-approved equivalent) across all classification levels
Manage user enrollments, course assignments, and completion tracking for ACC personnel command-wide
Configure LMS integration with the Token and License Management System (TLMS) to enforce training-before-access requirements
Generate and maintain training completion reports by wing, directorate, 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 wing-level personnel
Coordinate certification delivery during Mobile Training Team wing visits
Assess candidate qualifications and certify trainers based on documented competency standards
Maintain a registry of certified wing trainers with certification dates and renewal requirements
Provide ongoing support and refresher training to certified wing trainers
Track Train-the-Trainer program effectiveness and adjust certification standards as needed
Data-Driven Continuous Improvement:
Review monthly service desk data to identify recurring knowledge gaps and training deficiencies within 5 business days of each report
Analyze training completion rates, assessment scores, and user feedback to identify curriculum 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