Kat Talley
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Results-driven professional specializing in training and development at all stages. Known for improving training processes while meeting contract requirements. Proficient in instructional design and skilled at conducting needs assessments. Quick learner with a proven track record of meeting tight deadlines on various projects.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Analyst
SAIC
11.2019 - Current
- Curriculum analysis, development, and delivery for Medusa project to include Fixed-Site, Mobile, Transportable, PDM, Train-the-Trainer (T3), System Administrator, Maintainer, and MADS-K (Modular Anti-Drone System Kit). Curriculum development includes lesson plans, manuals, instructor/simulator guides, slideshows, workbooks, job sheets, written examinations, practical assessments, supplemental documents, and test item analysis. All material built and maintained in compliance with contract specifications and DoD compliance.
- Conducts CENTCOM/STRATCOM on-site training in the classroom as well as each operator station. Instructs on system operation, software setup, reconfiguration, IP/Port verification for System Administrators inside the Virtual Machine and through a Simulator for T3 students.
- Collaborates with subject matter experts in testing, software, and development to ensure accuracy and relevance of training content.
- Systems taught include Duke V4/V5/Block, Block IB, Ninja, Night Hawk, Lycos Moog, AN/TPQ-50 RADAR, RPS-42 RADAR, WISP (Wide-Area Infrared System for Persistence Surveillance) , Discovair, C-AUDS (Containerized - Anti-UAS Defense System), MADS-K and the Medusa 2.0 Operator Station.
- Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office programs as well as PDF and PDF Exchange Editor. Advanced experience with Windows, Android, Linux, iOS, VMware ESXi, and VSphere.
- Evaluated training needs through surveys, interviews, and observation, resulting in improved learning experiences for employees.
- Working development of Computer Based Training to create, gather, conduct path maintenance of Medusa certified personnel.
- Maintain SharePoint database for customer access to all documents within contract requirements.
Naval Instructor and Master Training Specialist
US Navy
12.2015 - 10.2019
- Certified Naval Instructor and Master Training Specialist. Maintained Over the Horizon CV-TSC (Carrier Tactical Support Center) Operator and Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) course supervisor.
- Retargeted CV-TSC learning objectives and updated course curriculum to reflect current fleet needs.
- Participated in Pilot Course analysis and development of USW-DSS (Undersea Warfare Decision Support System) future use in the fleet.
- Certified and Instructed CV-TSC Operator, CV-TSC Maintainer, USW-DSS Watch Officer and USW-DSS Operator.
Missile Manager
US Navy
01.2012 - 11.2015
- Hand selected to work out-of-scope on the Strike Team during a critical manning deficiency onboard the USS Forrest Sherman. Qualified as a Missile Manager resulting in operational compliance
- Responsible for start-up, maintenance, casualty control, and launch of Tomahawk Missiles via Tactical Tomahawk Control System (TTWCS) for 103 exercise scenarios
- Successfully passed Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification (2014) with zero discrepancies, leading to mission readiness for deployment (2015)
SONAR Technician
US Navy
11.2008 - 12.2015
- Assigned to two Arleigh Burke Class Destroyers (USS Nitze and USS Forrest Sherman) - completing a total of three deployments and two Joint Warriors
- Responsible for Torpedo Recognition and Alert System, Underwater Fire Control operation, Light Airborne Multi-purpose System (LAMPS), Torpedo banding, SONAR Dome Operator and Maintainer
- Analyzed multiple data inputs across active and passive acoustic systems, Expendable Bathythermograph (XBT) data points and tactical oceanographic systems.
Education
No Degree - Aerospace Engineering
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, AL05-2027
Skills
- Curriculum Management
- Instructional System Design
- Test Item Analysis
- E-learning development
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Public speaking
- Hardware and software installation
- Maintenance and Material Management
- Technical troubleshooting
Certification
- Certified Advanced Acoustic Analysis, US Navy - 2016
- Certified Navy Instructor Training Course, US Navy - 2016
Clearance
- Active Security Clearance: Secret
- Top Secret/SCI eligible
Timeline
Training Analyst
SAIC
11.2019 - Current
Naval Instructor and Master Training Specialist
US Navy
12.2015 - 10.2019
Missile Manager
US Navy
01.2012 - 11.2015
SONAR Technician
US Navy
11.2008 - 12.2015
No Degree - Aerospace Engineering
University of Alabama At Huntsville
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