Instructional Systems Designer (ISD)

Peraton•Home, VA

14d•$104,000 - $166,000•Remote

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a creative, detail-oriented part-time/on-call Technical Trainer / Instructional Systems Designer to support a Department of Defense customer. The role designs and develops engaging, interactive learning solutions that are instructionally sound and visually compelling. The position is remote and provides support as needed, with no weekly hour commitment. The successful candidate collaborates with subject matter experts and a team to create learning experiences that support learner engagement and learning outcomes, while keeping current with design tools, technologies, and best practices.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience with a bachelor's degree, or at least 6 years with a master's degree.
At least 6 years of hands-on instructional design experience, with a portfolio demonstrating technical and creative skills.
Experience developing instructor-led training.
Experience developing eLearning.
Expertise with Adobe Captivate and Articulate Storyline 360 for course development.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SCORM and Section 508 compliance.
Proficiency with graphic design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Experience shooting professional videos and editing with tools such as Adobe Premiere.
Familiarity with multimedia platforms and techniques for producing engaging instructional content.
Experience working closely with behavioral researcher and social science teams.
Experience with AI tools used for training development.
Knowledge of DoD learning management systems such as Blackboard or Moodle.
Active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Design and develop instructor-led and web-based training (WBT) materials, including training plans, storyboards, graphics, assessments, and practical exercises.
Partner with subject matter experts to translate client business requirements into learning objectives and solutions.
Contribute to all phases of course development, from analysis and design through development and delivery, including eLearning modules, instructor guides, job aids, and multimedia content.
Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to produce effective content that meets learner needs.
Use graphic design tools and multimedia techniques to create interactive course materials that promote learner engagement and retention.
Ensure deliverables meet Section 508 compliance standards.
Ensure WBT deliverables are SCORM compliant.
Stay current with design tools, technologies, and best practices to improve course materials and learning experiences.