Training and Development Specialist

Roles/Responsibilities

• Reviews, updates, and enhances formal Test & Evaluation (T&E) curriculum, including revising existing course materials and developing new instructional content aligned to program needs.
• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in adult learning, designing and delivering engaging instructor-led and web-based training solutions.
• Applies adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to create interactive, learner-centered training experiences.
• Delivers professional classroom and virtual instruction in support of T&E courses, ensuring high-quality facilitation and learner engagement.
• Supports training delivery for programs aligned with the Department of Homeland Security Acquisition Institute (HSAI), both onsite and in virtual environments.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure training content remains current, relevant, and aligned with mission and acquisition objectives.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s degree at least 3 years’ experience
• Engineering (or technical) experience
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Preferred qualifications Advanced degree (MS or PhD) Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security Acquisition and Systems Engineering policy
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD)
• Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security Acquisition and Systems Engineering policy

Security Clearance

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