This position may be filled by either a Training Courseware Developer or a Principal Training Courseware Developer level based on the qualifications listed.
The selected candidate will establish, develop, and implement training system requirements for training system courseware in support of the overall Training System.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels. Candidate must be comfortable in both an office and lab environment and be able to work closely with system engineers, hardware designers, and integration/test engineers. Researching, developing, and course conducts of maintenance training to include vehicle systems description, theory of operation, trouble shooting, repair and all safety procedures are an integral part of this job.
Essential Functions:
Organize, develop, and digitize course content and course materials into digital platforms.
Research and apply emerging technologies into content development.
Ability to design and display visual information.
Work closely with engineers, subject matter experts, graphic artists, and external customers for completion of training materials.
Strong written and verbal communication skills required, as well as strong organizational skills and an ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment.
Basic Qualifications for Training Courseware Developer:
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience with training syllabus and courseware development OR Master's Degree and 0 years of experience.
Experience with authoring inside of an LMS and/or LCMS.
Experience authoring computer-based training with interactive elements including:
o Gamified Learning Events
o Virtual Interactive Practices
o Scenario Branching
Strong editing and proofreading skills.
General understanding of aesthetically appealing graphics and content layout
Works well in a collaborative environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Training Courseware Developer:
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years' experience with training syllabus and courseware development OR Master's Degree with 3 years of experience with training and syllabus and courseware development OR PhD with 1 year of experience.
Experience with authoring inside of an LMS and/or LCMS.
Experience authoring computer-based training with interactive elements including:
o Gamified Learning Events
o Virtual Interactive Practices
o Scenario Branching
Strong editing and proofreading skills.
General understanding of aesthetically appealing graphics and content layout
Works well in a collaborative environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an educational field, visual communication, instructional design, interactive design, e-learning, UX/UI design, or graphic design
Audio/visual editing skills
Basic multimedia design skills including audio, video, graphics, and animations.
Experience reading and creating storyboards
Experienced military aircraft maintainer or military aircrew member
Experienced military maintenance or aircrew Instructor
Experience in learning processes, curriculum development, training evaluations, and training systems products such as IMDP & TPSD documents.
Strong organizational skills tailored toward deadline-oriented environment
Excellent communication/interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
Experience with Air Force Instructional Systems Development (ISD) process
Experience in military maintenance and/or aircrew training course design, development, and sustainment
Experience in military training techniques and instruction methods
An active in-scope DoD Secret clearance
An active in-scope DoD Top Secret clearance
Salary Range: $58,000 - $87,000
Salary Range 2: $71,600 - $107,400
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.