Instructional Systems Designer

SAIC•El Paso, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) with a strong background in front-end training analysis, training needs assessment (TNA), and curriculum design of high-impact learning solutions for complex technical systems. This is a remote position supporting our TenCAP HOPE program, with some travel to AF bases. The ideal candidate excels at collecting, analyzing, and interpreting training analysis data, conducting root cause analysis and developing high-level design strategies for instructionally sound learning experiences. They must be comfortable collaborating with engineers, program managers, and subject-matter experts in fast-paced development environments. A background in training execution and analysis, knowledge of instructional design basics, and knowledge and/or experience of training in a military environment a plus.

Requirements

Strong background in front-end training analysis
Strong background in training needs assessment (TNA)
Strong background in curriculum design of high-impact learning solutions for complex technical systems
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret training analysis data
Ability to conduct root cause analysis
Ability to develop high-level design strategies for instructionally sound learning experiences
Comfortable collaborating with engineers, program managers, and subject-matter experts in fast-paced development environments
Knowledge of instructional design basics

Nice To Haves

Background in training execution and analysis
Knowledge and/or experience of training in a military environment

Responsibilities

Conduct a combination of Training Needs Assessment (TNA), Training Situation Analysis (TSA), and parts of a Training Systems Requirements Analysis (TSRA) in line with DOW guidance.
Analyze current training across the pipeline and deconstruct training tasks, media, and instructional strategies.
Develop data collection strategies, protocol, and tools.
Collect and validate job and training tasks to ensure alignment between training and job performance requirements.
Collect data from current and former students, instructors and receiving units using surveys, focus groups, and interviews.
Work closely with SMEs to gather and validate highly technical content and ensure accuracy across deliverables.
Conduct statistical data analysis.
Develop training analysis reports including descriptive data analysis and courses of action.
Design end-to-end instructional solutions for complex systems, including ILT, VILT, eLearning, blended learning, and performance support tools.
Conduct formative and summative evaluations of learning solutions; recommend enhancements based on data-driven insights.