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Space Force ISR Instructor/SME

Dayton, OH · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

Space Force ISR Instructor/SME - TS/SCI Location: Wright Patterson AFB Ohio Clearance: Active TS ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Space Force ISR Instructor/SME

Dayton, OH · On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

Space Force ISR Instructor/SME - TS/SCI Location: Wright Patterson AFB Ohio Clearance: Active TS ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

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How much do space force salaries jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for space force salaries in the United States is $74,860.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kind of jobs can you get in the Space Force?

The Space Force offers a variety of jobs including space operations, cybersecurity, engineering, intelligence, and logistics. These roles often require specialized training, security clearances, and knowledge of satellite systems, missile defense, or space technology.

What is the difference between Space Force Salaries vs Space Operations Specialist Salaries?

AspectSpace Force SalariesSpace Operations Specialist Salaries
Required CredentialsMilitary enlistment, security clearanceHigh school diploma or equivalent, security clearance
Work EnvironmentMilitary bases, space-related facilitiesMilitary installations, space operations centers
Employer & IndustryU.S. Space Force, defense industry

Space Force Salaries and Space Operations Specialist Salaries both require security clearances and work within military or defense environments. While Space Force salaries are for enlisted personnel in the military branch, Space Operations Specialists are specific roles within the Space Force or related agencies. Salary differences depend on rank, experience, and location, but both roles share similar credential requirements and work settings.

How much do people in the Space Force get paid?

Personnel in the Space Force are paid according to the Department of Defense pay scale, which is based on rank and years of service. Enlisted members typically start at pay grades E-1 to E-4, earning between approximately $22,000 and $40,000 annually, while officers can earn from about $40,000 to over $150,000 depending on rank and experience. Additional allowances for housing, food, and special skills may also apply.
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Infographic showing various Space Force Salaries job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,860 per year, or $36 per hour.

Space Force Targeting Instructor

Leidos

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$82K - $149K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

76th of 482 rated business services

Job description

Space Force Targeting Instructor - TS/SCI

Location: Peterson Space Force Base, CO

Clearance: Active TS/SCI required

The Leidos Defense Group is seeking an experienced Space Targeting Instructor to support a Military Intelligence Program enabling the United States Space Force ISR enterprise. You will join a missiondriven team delivering advanced training, intelligence solutions, and operational support across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Our work underpins some of the nation's most critical "can'tfail" missions-helping customers detect illicit activity, anticipate global instability, and safeguard national security.

As the Space Targeting SME , you will lead course development, instruction, and curriculum modernization for Space Force targeting professionals. This role requires deep expertise in space targeting tradecraft, and training delivery.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide course development, updates, and primary instruction for Space Force targeting training programs.
  • Serve as the schoolhouse Space Targeting SME, ensuring curriculum accuracy, relevancy, and alignment with evolving USSF ISR requirements.
  • Train students on the fundamentals of collecting, analyzing, and applying targeting techniques and tradecraft using realworld scenarios.
  • Maintain strong collaboration with mission partners to ensure training reflects current operational needs.

Basic Qualifications

  • BA/BS (or equivalent experience) and 10+ years of experience relevant to the USSF ISR mission.
  • 4+ years of experience within the space targeting enterprise.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage a diverse customer set.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% to support operational requirements.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Recent Space Force ISR experience.
  • Recent Space Force instructor experience.

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:July 6, 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 $82,550.00 - $149,225.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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