Sentinel - Sr Principal Engineer Technical Services - 16579
Job Description
This individual will be responsible for working within a team to do all the phases of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) model for a new training system supporting the United States Air Force. The individual will need to collaborate with multiple subject matter experts (SMEs) to create a training system for multiple Air Force Specialty Codes, collaborating with multiple teams throughout a dynamic program to identify current and future training knowledge and skill gaps.
The selected candidate will have demonstrated experience applying analysis processes, adult learning theories and instructional strategies, technical expertise creating SCORM compliant courseware and implementing Kirkpatrick's 4 levels of evaluation to include, formative, summative, and operational evaluation processes.
Primary Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:
• Apply adult learning theories to create instructional strategies for a training program.
• Analyze and evaluate knowledge and skill gaps to identify training tasks to develop appropriate learning solutions.
• Design and develop training products for multiple modalities, including online, in-person, hybrid, as well as synchronous and asynchronous formats.
• Create a wide variety of training materials, ranging from instructor-led, microlearning, interactive online, and on-the-job qualification/certification courses.
• Curriculum design experience utilizing current SCORM standards Technical and creative writing; developing technical training CDRLs.
• Experience with digital instructional design software (e.g., Camtasia, Storyline, Adobe Captivate/Creative Suite)
• Multimedia design experience (audio/video editing, 2D/3D design, animation, software simulation, etc.)
• Ability to identify an appropriate learning theory based on analysis and implement throughout a development process
• Keep abreast of training and development research: learning theory, current software tools and standards.
• May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop training courseware.
Position Benefits
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
• Bachelors of Science in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Human Performance, Training and Learning Development, Psychology, Marketing, or related field.
• Sr. Principal Engineer Technical Services: 8 Years with Bachelors of Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD.
• Must have U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain U.S. DoD Secret Level clearance.
• Experience developing learning materials for technical disciplines
• Experience developing technology-based learning products
• Experience using multiple instructional development software tools
• Experience applying adult learning theories and process-driven instructional design principles
• Experience (5 to 8 yrs) executing and delivering training system products on large DoD military program
• Experience (5 to 8 yrs) leading a team of junior training system employees
• Ability to travel 10% of the time
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of human performance processes to breakdown knowledge and skill gaps to identify appropriate learning solutions
• Experience in conducting training evaluations in accordance with Kirkpatrick 4 levels of evaluation and Phillips 5 levels of evaluation
Primary Level Salary Range: $107,800.00 - $161,800.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
This individual will be responsible for working within a team to do all the phases of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) model for a new training system supporting the United States Air Force. The individual will need to collaborate with multiple subject matter experts (SMEs) to create a training system for multiple Air Force Specialty Codes, collaborating with multiple teams throughout a dynamic program to identify current and future training knowledge and skill gaps.
The selected candidate will have demonstrated experience applying analysis processes, adult learning theories and instructional strategies, technical expertise creating SCORM compliant courseware and implementing Kirkpatrick's 4 levels of evaluation to include, formative, summative, and operational evaluation processes.
Primary Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:
• Apply adult learning theories to create instructional strategies for a training program.
• Analyze and evaluate knowledge and skill gaps to identify training tasks to develop appropriate learning solutions.
• Design and develop training products for multiple modalities, including online, in-person, hybrid, as well as synchronous and asynchronous formats.
• Create a wide variety of training materials, ranging from instructor-led, microlearning, interactive online, and on-the-job qualification/certification courses.
• Curriculum design experience utilizing current SCORM standards Technical and creative writing; developing technical training CDRLs.
• Experience with digital instructional design software (e.g., Camtasia, Storyline, Adobe Captivate/Creative Suite)
• Multimedia design experience (audio/video editing, 2D/3D design, animation, software simulation, etc.)
• Ability to identify an appropriate learning theory based on analysis and implement throughout a development process
• Keep abreast of training and development research: learning theory, current software tools and standards.
• May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop training courseware.
Position Benefits
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
• Bachelors of Science in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Human Performance, Training and Learning Development, Psychology, Marketing, or related field.
• Sr. Principal Engineer Technical Services: 8 Years with Bachelors of Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD.
• Must have U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain U.S. DoD Secret Level clearance.
• Experience developing learning materials for technical disciplines
• Experience developing technology-based learning products
• Experience using multiple instructional development software tools
• Experience applying adult learning theories and process-driven instructional design principles
• Experience (5 to 8 yrs) executing and delivering training system products on large DoD military program
• Experience (5 to 8 yrs) leading a team of junior training system employees
• Ability to travel 10% of the time
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of human performance processes to breakdown knowledge and skill gaps to identify appropriate learning solutions
• Experience in conducting training evaluations in accordance with Kirkpatrick 4 levels of evaluation and Phillips 5 levels of evaluation
Primary Level Salary Range: $107,800.00 - $161,800.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
About Northrop Grumman
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© 2025 Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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