Advanced Strategic Insight

Posting Title: T-6A Aviation Training Subject Matter Expert

Location: Randolph Air Force Base (AFB), TX

Compensation: $80,000 - $110,000 commensurate with experience

This is a full-time, on-site position, which requires an active SECRET clearance.

About ASI

ASI delivers mission-critical tactical and technical solutions to solve our customers' most challenging and complex mission requirements. We specialize in providing advanced training, operational support, instructional systems development, and technical expertise that enhance mission readiness and operational effectiveness.

At ASI, we anticipate future requirements and deliver innovative solutions that drive success for our customers. Join our team and help shape the future of military aviation training.

Position Overview

ASI is seeking a highly qualified T-6A Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the development, validation, modernization, and delivery of advanced United States Air Force (USAF) pilot training programs. This position leverages extensive experience as a T-6A Instructor Pilot (IP), Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) Instructor, Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) Instructor, or T-6A Simulator Instructor to develop and improve instructor-led training (ILT), computer-based training (CBT), courseware, assessments, and instructional materials.

The successful candidate will apply expert knowledge of T-6A Texan II aircraft systems, flight operations, aviation training, aircrew instruction, USAF flying regulations, training standards, and instructional systems development (ISD) to support high-quality training solutions for military aviation programs.

Key Responsibilities

Training Development

• Develop, update, validate, and maintain instructor-led training (ILT), computer-based training (CBT), courseware, lesson plans, training guides, and instructional materials.
• Incorporate current USAF flying training standards, procedures, and operational requirements into training products.
• Support curriculum development and course modernization efforts.

Assessment Development

• Create, update, review, and validate knowledge checks, examinations, test banks, assessments, and evaluation materials.
• Ensure assessments accurately measure learning objectives and training outcomes.

Content Review and Validation

• Review and validate training content for technical accuracy, operational relevance, and compliance with USAF standards.
• Evaluate scenarios, graphics, simulations, multimedia assets, and instructional materials for quality and effectiveness.
• Recommend improvements to training products and learning experiences.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Support

• Collaborate with instructional designers, courseware developers, engineers, program managers, and government customers throughout the training development lifecycle.
• Participate in design reviews, working groups, customer meetings, and training validation events.

Instructional Design Support

• Apply instructional systems design (ISD), adult learning principles, and training development methodologies to improve course effectiveness.
• Support analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) activities.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required.

Aviation Experience

• Previously qualified as a T-6A Instructor Pilot (IP) supporting Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) or Pilot Instructor Training (PIT).

Alternative Qualification

• Recent experience as a T-6A Simulator Instructor may be considered when combined with previous T-6A flight experience.

Flight Experience

• Minimum 1,000 total jet flight hours in U.S. military aircraft.

Technical Expertise

• Extensive knowledge of:
  • T-6A Texan II aircraft systems
  • Flight operations
  • Aircrew training
  • Pilot training programs
  • USAF flying regulations
  • USAF procedures and standards
  • Aviation instruction and evaluation

Training Development Experience

• Familiarity with instructional systems design (ISD), instructional design methodologies, curriculum development, training development, and courseware development processes.

Security Clearance

• Active Secret Security Clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting military training program development.
• Experience with Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT), Pilot Instructor Training (PIT), or related Air Force aviation training programs.
• Experience developing instructor-led training (ILT) and computer-based training (CBT).
• Experience working within simulator-based training environments.
• Knowledge of ADDIE, instructional systems design (ISD), curriculum development, and learning management systems (LMS).
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders.
• Experience validating and improving complex training systems, training devices, and instructional materials.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative, mission-focused work environment
• Opportunity to support next-generation USAF training initiatives

Life at ASI

• Support the future of United States Air Force aviation training.
• Collaborate with highly skilled military, aviation, and training professionals.
• Contribute to innovative training solutions that enhance mission readiness and operational excellence.
• Work on leading-edge training, simulation, and instructional technology programs.