Lead Instructional Systems Designer

DiSTI LLC•Orlando, FL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The DiSTI Corporation, a leading provider of graphical user interface software and customized 3D training solutions, is seeking a Lead Instructional Systems Designer. Located near the University of Central Florida, DiSTI has been recognized as one of the Orlando Sentinel's Top 100 Workplaces for five consecutive years. Since 1994, the company has pioneered advancements in user experience for Fortune 500 companies, the U.S. military, and global clientele across automotive, aerospace, medical, and training markets. This role is strictly onsite, with no remote work options available. The Lead Instructional Systems Designer will oversee a team of ISDs in Melbourne, FL, focusing on creating high-quality training courseware for complex defense systems. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction, setting design standards, and collaborating with project leadership for successful training solution delivery. The position requires on-site presence with a 4/10 schedule, granting every Friday off.

Requirements

10+ years of direct ISD experience in the defense industry, with 3+ years in a lead or supervisory role; additional relevant experience may be considered.
Academic background in instructional design, educational technology, courseware development, or related field.
Expertise in multimedia principles applicable to the design/development phases of the ADDIE Model.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences (technical teams, leadership, customers).
Experience working in deadline-driven, high-expectation environments.
Daily travel to offices in Brevard County Required.
Schedule: 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
Setting: Mix of office and laboratory environments with regular team collaboration.
Active DOD Secret clearance (must be current at time of hire).
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a substantial amount of time operating a computer terminal.
Due to contract requirements, only US citizens are eligible for this role.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of ISDs, providing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development.
Guide project execution by directing team efforts, removing obstacles, and ensuring timely delivery.
Perform work with limited direction.
Apply creative problem-solving to complex instructional design challenges.
Advise project leadership on training strategies, emerging learning technologies, and best practices.
Establish and enforce instructional design policies, standards, and quality benchmarks.
Scale design operations to meet evolving program demands.
Apply instructional design principles and learning theory to create effective training for diverse audiences.
Manage collaboration across a cross-functional team including many Subject Matter Experts (engineers, maintainers, operators) to ensure technical accuracy and instructional effectiveness.
Monitor project health under Project Manager direction, tracking progress against goals, schedules, and budgets; identifying and mitigating risks proactively to keep the project on track.