Senior Instructional Designer

SAIC•Saint Paul, MN

3h•Remote

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to support the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training for a federal government client. Under the direction of the ISD Manager, this experienced instructional design practitioner will develop high-quality training solutions, support complex instructional design initiatives, and provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members. This position is remote and may be performed from anywhere within the United States. Travel may be required to SAIC office locations in Reston, Virginia; Huntsville, Alabama; and San Antonio, Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience.
At least 8 years of experience in instructional systems design, curriculum development, or closely related training development roles.
Demonstrated experience applying formal instructional systems design methodologies, such as ADDIE or SAM.
Experience designing and developing training in multiple modalities, such as instructor-led, web-based, and blended formats.
Proficiency with eLearning tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Lectora, or similar tools.
Working knowledge of LMS standards and technologies, including SCORM and/or xAPI.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and facilitate stakeholder and SME reviews.
Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or HPT.
Experience developing training for medical, customer service/call center, federal, DoD, or highly technical environments such as IT, engineering, cyber, or aviation.
Experience applying and verifying Section 508 accessibility requirements for digital learning content.
Experience applying Bloom’s Taxonomy, Kirkpatrick’s evaluation model, or other learning and performance frameworks.
Relevant professional certifications, such as ATD APTD/CPTD or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Apply instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE and SAM.
Work with subject matter experts to analyze training needs and translate complex technical, medical, or mission-focused content into clear learning objectives, lessons, and assessments.
Design, develop, and update instructor-led, eLearning, and blended training experiences.
Create and revise lesson plans, facilitator guides, student guides, slide decks, exercises, assessments, job aids, and supporting course materials.
Collaborate with subject matter experts, trainers, graphic designers/multimedia developers, and project stakeholders to produce high-quality training products.
Support the design of training that prepares new employees for success and reinforces organizational standards, expectations, and mission priorities.
Support classroom observations, learner evaluations, and after-action reviews.
Use learner feedback, instructor input, and performance data to implement course improvements.
Ensure training materials are accurate, current, well-organized, and suitable for delivery.
Maintain communication with the client and internal team to keep training development activities on schedule and aligned with program requirements.
Maintain the training content library and version control of training materials.
Ensure content meets Section 508 accessibility standards.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members.