Instructional Systems Analyst TSRA; Top Secret Security Clearance

Position: Instructional Systems Analyst TSRA (Top Secret) with Security Clearance
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a forward-thinking Instructional Systems Analyst to support a Training System Requirements Analysis (TSRA) effort at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio. This role directly influences the future of training systems for specialized Air Force aircraft maintainers and controllers, ensuring alignment with competency-based training models, learning engineering principles, and evolving instructional methodologies. TSRA experience and an active Top Secret clearance are required.

Work Environment:
On-site at Wright-Patterson AFB in Dayton, OH, working closely with Air Force stakeholders and training development teams. Responsibilities:
* Evaluate Air Force Aircraft Operations and Maintenance training programs to ensure alignment with mission needs, competency frameworks, and emerging learning methodologies.
* Integrate and analyze task analysis inputs from multiple vendors, conduct DIF analysis, and translate results into training requirements, learning objectives, and curriculum structure.
* Refine, expand, and develop TSRA documentation including detailed training needs assessments and system requirement definitions.
* Research and incorporate simulation-based training technologies, adaptive learning methods, and future training tools into course design.
* Guide vendors on curriculum and media development to ensure alignment with TSRA outputs, instructional standards, and government program requirements.
* Collaborate with SMEs and government stakeholders to validate course content, ensuring compliance with Air Force operational standards.
* Work with instructional system developers, training engineers, and functional organizations to improve learning strategies and course effectiveness.
* Support the evaluation of learning management systems and training platforms, gathering requirements and preparing findings for government review.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree required; equivalent experience may be considered.
* Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Instructional Systems Design, Learning Engineering, or Training Systems Engineering.
* Experience developing training programs for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), including simulator-based training and mission scenarios.
* Background in instructional development, gap and task analysis, and competency-based learning.
* Strong collaboration skills working with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, SMEs, and administrators.
* U.S. citizenship and active Top Secret clearance required. Preferred:
* Master's degree and 10+ years of related experience.
* Strong background in competency-based training development and validation.
* Familiarity with Air Force training methodologies, competency frameworks, and assessment models.
* Knowledge of government training environments, instructional policy, and security considerations. Compensation:
* Pay range: $90,000 - $110,000 (Based on years of relevant experience) Benefits:
* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, federal holidays, and sick leave. Application Period:
Opens on 02/13/2025 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-NJ1 #LI-Onsite