Technical Instructional Systems Designer with Security Clearance

About the role

The Technical Instructional Systems Designer (TISD) supports an innovative training program for the Customer's main technical training office. The primary responsibilities include:

• Developing occupational skillsets through dynamic content creation and design of class activities.
• Collaborating with other instructional designers and instructors to create content for technical occupational cadres, including scenario-based learning.
• Maintaining the currency of course materials and conducting course reviews to gather feedback and implement adjustments.
• Utilizing project management skills to ensure effective course development and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple training efforts by providing TISD support to technical training classes.
• Create lesson plans and learning requirements for technical occupational cadres.
• Design and develop courses for technical occupational cadres, including scenario-based learning.
• Work with other instructional designers and instructors to create content for technical occupational cadres.
• Ensure effective course development and delivery through project management skills.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and (15) years or more of related experience.
• Masters and (13) years or more experience; PhD or JD and (10) years or more experience.
• An ISD certification with 5 years course development experience in the past 7 years after the certificate award.
• 3 years of experience required of adult learning in any of the following areas: instructional design, instructional technology, experiential learning, or closely related field.
• 3 years of experience creating instructional content for adult learners supporting a broad range of training modalities (synchronous, asynchronous, instructor led, web-based training, virtual learning, and/or blended courses).
• 1 year experience with the IC working in a technical mission area.
• Demonstrated experience designing technical course content for the IC.
• Knowledge of multimedia production tools and methodology, such as Learning Management Systems, collaboration tools, MS One Note, WordPress, Adobe Captivate, Multimedia tools including the Adobe Creative Suite, and a strong, technical aptitude to quickly learn new software and hardware.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and (15) years or more of related experience.
• Masters and (13) years or more experience; PhD or JD and (10) years or more experience.
• An ISD certification with 5 years course development experience in the past 7 years after the certificate award.
• 3 years of experience required of adult learning in any of the following areas: instructional design, instructional technology, experiential learning, or closely related field.
• 3 years of experience creating instructional content for adult learners supporting a broad range of training modalities (synchronous, asynchronous, instructor led, web-based training, virtual learning, and/or blended courses).
• 1 year experience with the IC working in a technical mission area.
• Demonstrated experience designing technical course content for the IC.
• Knowledge of multimedia production tools and methodology, such as Learning Management Systems, collaboration tools, MS One Note, WordPress, Adobe Captivate, Multimedia tools including the Adobe Creative Suite, and a strong, technical aptitude to quickly learn new software and hardware.

Skills

• Instructional Design Certification.
• Experience with multimedia production tools and methodology.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems, collaboration tools, MS One Note, WordPress, Adobe Captivate, Multimedia tools including the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience incorporating technology such as gaming, Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality, AI/ML modalities in course content.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans.
• Generous PTO Policy.
• 401(k).
• HSA and FSA options.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Training.
• Perks at Work Discount Program.
• Referral Program.
• CollegeAmerica 529.
• Fitness Reimbursement Program.
• Travel Assistance.
• Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions.
• Life Planning Financial & Legal Services.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position based in Chantilly, VA.