Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) Lead - 1300

Dignitas Technologies LLC•Orlando, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) Lead leads a team of instructional systems designers supporting tasking for two Single Award IDIQ programs. The role works with program teams to transform complex technical information into training experiences that improve operational readiness, reduce performance gaps, and support modern Navy training objectives. The lead collaborates with multidisciplinary teams that include subject matter experts, software and systems engineers, multimedia developers, 3D artists, instructors, and customers to deliver engaging, performance-based learning solutions. The role is responsible for deriving team requirements with program managers and technical leads, including staffing, schedules, and budgets; managing daily assignments; and monitoring and reporting on cost, schedule, progress, and quality. The lead also guides the development and maintenance of instructional content using the ADDIE process and ensures deliverables meet Navy standards, NAVEDTRA guidance, contract requirements, and customer expectations. This is a full-time position with a standard 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday. Core hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; other start and end times may be adjusted with supervisor approval. Hybrid and/or remote work may be authorized according to program requirements. Travel may be required, typically one to two trips annually, lasting approximately one to two weeks each.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience designing, developing, or delivering instructional products.
Experience applying a systematic instructional design process.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on technical or professional training projects.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
U.S. citizenship.
Team leadership skills.
Instructional systems design skills.
Task, job, and needs analysis skills.
Curriculum development skills.
Learning objective development skills.
Instructional strategy selection skills.
Scenario-based learning design skills.
Assessment and evaluation development skills.
Technical writing and editing skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Organization and time management skills.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders.
Adaptability and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Department of Defense or Navy training programs.
Familiarity with AIM CPM/LOM and Navy instructional development standards.
Experience in cost and schedule management and reporting.

Responsibilities

Work with program managers and technical leads to derive team requirements, including staffing needs, schedules, and budgets.
Manage the team's day-to-day assignments, check progress, and ensure commitments to the programs are met.
Monitor and report team cost, schedule, progress, and quality to program managers and technical leads.
Lead analysis of customer requirements, job tasks, and performance data to identify instructional needs.
Lead the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of instructional content following the ADDIE process.
Apply instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and performance-based methodologies.
Review technical manuals, engineering documents, and reference materials for content development.
Develop learning objectives, assessments, lesson plans, storyboards, and supporting artifacts.
Create scenario-based activities, exercises, and performance support materials.
Coordinate with subject matter experts and technical personnel to ensure accuracy and instructional effectiveness.
Produce and maintain Instructor Led Training (ILT) materials, Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) courseware, trainee guides, tests, and documentation.
Support the development of simulation-based or technology-enabled training solutions.
Participate in internal and customer reviews and incorporate required changes.
Ensure training products meet Navy standards, NAVEDTRA guidance, contract requirements, and customer expectations.
Manage assigned tasks and deliverables to meet project schedules and milestones.