Instructional Systems Designer

About the Role

Do you want to develop training that will transform national security? As an instructional systems designer, you know that even the best tools and processes can't have an impact without the right education. Constructing an interactive course that teaches critical information requires a real passion for understanding your customer's needs. We have an opportunity for an instructional systems designer who is committed to solving some of the toughest challenges in national security by crafting effective training.

On our team, you'll work with SMEs to capture your customer's training needs and advise them on the right learning solution to help them accomplish their mission. Putting the learner at the center of the training experience, you'll design synchronous, asynchronous, and performance support tools. Following the ADDIE model, you'll build training material with multimedia specialists, graphic artists, and instructors. You'll use your technical skills, creativity, and experience to come up with new ideas to develop an engaging, interactive learning experience on screen or in a classroom. You'll recommend cutting-edge multimedia technologies and strategies, including blended learning to build a successful learning environment.

You know communication is key, so you'll meet with SMEs and instructors throughout the process to discuss learning material and incorporate feedback. To ensure your solution is hitting the mark, you'll collect and analyze results using evaluation methodologies such as the Kirkpatrick Model, then fine-tune your training for maximum impact. You'll be able to hone your leadership skills as you share your expertise through leadership and mentoring. As a leader, you'll identify new opportunities to build solutions to your customer's learning needs. This is a chance to use your deep understanding of training methodologies to shape a creative learning experience that will engage students. Work with us as we improve national security through learner-centered instructional design.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience with instructional design or curriculum development
• Experience collaborating with and coordinating the efforts of military SMEs throughout the courseware development process
• Experience writing or developing instructional content for military clients
• Experience using MS Word and MS PowerPoint to develop lesson guides and instructor-based training courseware
• Ability to create new or improved instructional products or learning solutions with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage project deliverables, including timelines, milestones, and on-time delivery with limited guidance
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing flying training curricula for military programs such as the Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) community
• Experience advising and providing guidance to all levels of military commands and staff
• Experience with Commercial Off the Shelf courseware development software, tools, and applications
• Knowledge of learner-centric and competency-based educational principles
• Possession of strong analytical and critical thinking skills to conduct research, synthesize information, and evaluate options for action
• Secret clearance
• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction, or Education

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Benefits

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include:

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care
• Recognition awards program acknowledging employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Pay

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

Schedule

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.