Introduction:
Rivet Operations Company has an opening for a Senior Training Specialist for Distributed Learning to join our team in the Colorado Springs, CO area. This position will provide support for the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence, and Space and Missile Defense School. The objective ois to ensure superior education and training on all elements of space and missile defense and real-world operational requirements. Rivet is an exceptional industry partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and a leader in physical and cyber security, IT management, logistics, supply chain management, process improvement and development.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Training Specialist will support the design, development, and delivery of distributed learning (DL) solutions. The specialist will apply advanced instructional design principles, Army training doctrine, and multimedia technologies to create engaging, standards-compliant training products that enhance warfighter readiness. This role requires close coordination with subject matter experts (SMEs), instructors, and government stakeholders to ensure training materials meet mission requirements and align with the Army Learning Model (ALM) and applicable TRADOC policies.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy synchronous and asynchronous Distributed Learning strategies
• Develop and update lesson plans, instructor guides, user manuals, and multimedia training aids applying the ADDIE instructional design model
• Oversee the integration of real-world operational scenarios, systems, and threats into training environments
• Conduct After Action Reviews (AARs), assessments, and training evaluations to identify areas for improvement
• Coordinate with program managers, SMEs, and operational leaders to ensure training aligns with mission goals
• Support exercises, rehearsals, simulations, and wargames by developing training scenarios and evaluation criteria
• Mentor junior training personnel and provide feedback to ensure instructional quality and standardization
• Track and report training outcomes, student performance, and readiness metrics
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Military Science, Operations Management, or a related field, Master’s degree preferred
• 12+ years of experience in training development in military or federal contracting environments
• Demonstrated expertise in distributed learning and eLearning content development.
• Proficient with industry-standard instructional design tools and multimedia software.
• Familiarity with Army Learning Model, TR 350-70 series, and TADLP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with space operations or missile defense training content.
• Prior work with the Army Space and Missile Defense Command or related organizations.
• Certification in instructional design or training development (e.g., ATD CPLP, Army Instructor Certification).