Instructional Systems Designer

Noblis•Springfield, MO

12d

About The Position

Noblis is seeking an experienced Instructional Systems Designer to support critical national security missions in Springfield, VA. This role involves collaborating with subject matter experts, scientists, and clients to identify learning requirements and recommend effective training solutions. The designer will create learner-centered synchronous, asynchronous, and performance support materials to improve workforce performance, applying methodologies like ADDIE and SAM. The position requires partnering with stakeholders for feedback and innovative delivery approaches, conducting regular meetings to ensure alignment with mission objectives, and evaluating training effectiveness using the Kirkpatrick Model. The goal is to develop solutions that maximize learner performance while minimizing time away from mission-critical responsibilities, ultimately supporting Intelligence Community clients by creating impactful learning experiences that improve mission effectiveness and contribute innovative strategies for organizational learning and operational readiness.

Requirements

US Citizenship is required.
Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI Polygraph
Requires a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 6+ years of experience OR Ph.D. with 4+ years of experience OR Associate's degree with 11+ years of experience OR High school diploma/GED with 14 years of experience
Experience conducting detailed training and/or job/task analyses
Experience collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and clients to develop learning solutions
Experience designing products that comply with Section 508 accessibility standards
Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team of instructional designers, graphic artists, and programmers in a client-focused consulting environment
Experience developing learning solutions for Intelligence Community (IC) agencies
Experience designing and developing SCORM-conformant eLearning content
Hands-on experience with multiple rapid development tools, such as Adobe Presenter, Adobe Captivate, and Articulate.

Nice To Haves

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with generative AI productivity tools for content drafting, brainstorming, and streamlining routine tasks
Ability to develop effective AI prompts to generate storyboard drafts, assessments, learner scenarios, content outlines, and other instructional materials
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and balancing competing priorities
Flexibility to manage multiple priorities and adjust schedules as needed
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead diverse teams through end-to-end project delivery
Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph

Responsibilities

Collaborate with subject matter experts, scientists, and clients to identify learning requirements and recommend effective training solutions.
Design learner-centered synchronous, asynchronous, and performance support materials to improve workforce performance.
Apply instructional design methodologies, including ADDIE and SAM, to develop engaging and interactive learning experiences.
Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, solicit feedback, and incorporate innovative learning delivery approaches throughout the development process.
Conduct regular stakeholder meetings to ensure learning solutions align with mission objectives and user needs.
Evaluate training effectiveness using the Kirkpatrick Model and other assessment methodologies.
Analyze learning outcomes and implement continuous improvements to enhance training effectiveness.
Develop instructional solutions that maximize learner performance while minimizing time away from mission-critical responsibilities.
Support Intelligence Community clients by creating impactful learning experiences that improve mission effectiveness.
Contribute innovative instructional design strategies that enhance organizational learning and operational readiness.