Space Subject Matter Expert – Curriculum (Remote, 1099)

About the role

The Space Subject Matter Expert (Curriculum) will work remotely as an independent contractor, providing specialist knowledge to develop and maintain space‑related training programs. You will partner with instructional designers and project managers to translate complex space concepts into clear, engaging learning experiences for adult learners.

Key responsibilities

• Author and develop original instructional content covering strategic space environment, orbital regimes, space policy, history, and the global space ecosystem.
• Validate the technical accuracy and relevance of course scope, learning outcomes, scenarios, and media as the definitive space expert.
• Collaborate with instructional design leads to apply adult‑learning principles and create pedagogically sound modules.
• Support pilot courses, gather learner feedback, and iterate content; facilitate selected in‑person sessions.
• Assist with assessments, learning‑outcome alignment, and documentation for compliance and quality assurance.

Required profile

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Space Studies, Space Policy, Space Ecosystems, or a related discipline, OR eight years of relevant space‑domain experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in the global space ecosystem, space sustainability, space economics, and orbital regimes.
• Strong curriculum development and instructional design experience, with ability to apply adult‑learning principles.
• Excellent research and technical writing skills, and attention to detail for quality and compliance.
• U.S. citizenship with eligibility for a Tier 1 (NACI) background investigation and CAC access.

Required skills