Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD)

PeopleTec, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to support our Huntsville, AL location. The Senior Instructional Systems Designer is asked to lead the design, development, and modernization of training solutions for complex technical and operational environments. This role will shape next-generation learning products that leverage AI-powered, adaptive training ecosystems, simulation-based instruction, and data-driven learner analytics. The Senior ISD will collaborate directly with engineers, SMEs, development teams, and customer stakeholders to translate intricate workflows into modern, instructionally sound training products.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in Instructional Systems Design (ISD) supporting technical, operational, or mission-critical programs
Demonstrated mastery of the ISD lifecycle (ADDIE) and adult learning methodologies
Experience conducting Front-End Analysis (FEA), Job/Task Analysis (JTA), and Training Needs Analysis (TNA)
Proven ability to design interactive multimedia instruction (IMI Levels I–IV), simulation-supported learning, and scenario-based training
Experience developing lesson specifications, storyboards, assessments, evaluation plans, and curriculum documentation
Proficiency with modern learning development tools (e.g., Storyline, Captivate, HTML5 frameworks, MELD, or equivalent)
Ability to interpret engineering, operational, or system-level workflows and convert them into coherent instructional products
Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with SMEs, technical teams, and customers
Must be a U.S. Citizen
An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire (or the ability to obtain), and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing training for high-complexity systems (e.g., aviation, defense, cyber, energy, industrial automation, or similar domains)
Familiarity with AI-enabled or adaptive learning systems, intelligent tutoring, or data-driven learning analytics
Background in simulation-based training, serious games, or immersive learning technologies
Understanding of ISO, CMMI, or similar quality frameworks
Experience working in an Agile development environment
Knowledge of UI/UX principles as they apply to instructional content
Comfort operating within fast-paced digital modernization or transformation efforts

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of modern training products using the full ISD lifecycle
Conduct analyses to define training requirements, job roles, and competency frameworks
Develop storyboards, lesson plans, assessments, and supporting documentation for interactive and simulation-based training
Architect training solutions that integrate AI-powered personalization, adaptive remediation, and performance-based learning models
Collaborate with SMEs to capture technical workflows, system behaviors, and operator decision chains
Work with developers, artists, and UX personnel to produce high-quality IMI, simulation content, and device-agnostic learning products
Support design reviews, customer briefings, and working groups to refine requirements and ensure alignment
Provide quality assurance for instructional clarity, accuracy, and compliance with established standards
Contribute to project schedules, deliverables, CDRLs, and integrated development plans
Deliver weekly status updates and maintain close coordination with project leadership and customer stakeholders