Instructional Systems Designer

Company OverviewDignitas Technologies, a By Light company, offers a wide range of services in the military modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) industry from research efforts advancing simulation technologies to large acquisition contracts. Dignitas specializes in system and software analysis, design, development, testing, fielding, and courseware for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training applications. By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.Position OverviewThe Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) transforms complex technical information and performance requirements into effective training experiences that improve operational readiness, reduce performance gaps, and support customer training objectives. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the ISD analyzes training requirements, develops instructional strategies, and collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), technical personnel, software and systems engineers, multimedia developers, instructors, and customers to deliver engaging, performance-based learning solutions.Depending on experience and level, the ISD may support, independently perform, or provide leadership for instructional systems design activities throughout the training development lifecycle.ResponsibilitiesAnalyze customer requirements, job tasks, performance data, and existing training materials to identify instructional needs and performance gapsDesign, develop, implement, evaluate, and maintain instructional content following a systematic instructional design process, such as ADDIEApply instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and performance-based methodologies to the development of training productsReview technical manuals, engineering documents, reference materials, and other source documentation to support accurate content developmentDevelop learning objectives, instructional strategies, assessments, lesson plans, storyboards, and supporting instructional artifactsCreate scenario-based activities, exercises, demonstrations, and performance support materialsCoordinate with SMEs and technical personnel to ensure technical accuracy and instructional effectivenessDevelop, revise, and maintain Instructor Led Training (ILT), Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI), computer-based training, trainee guides, instructor materials, tests, job aids, and other training documentationSupport development and implementation of simulation-based, technology-enabled, or other innovative training solutionsParticipate in internal and customer reviews and incorporate approved feedback and required changesConduct or support quality assurance reviews of instructional products to ensure compliance with applicable standards, processes, and customer requirementsEnsure training products meet applicable government, military, customer, contractual, and organizational standards and requirementsCollaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to coordinate dependencies, resolve issues, and support successful delivery of training productsManage assigned tasks, deliverables, and schedules to meet project milestones and customer requirementsSupport course pilots, implementation activities, evaluations, and continuous improvement efforts as requiredCommunicate project status, risks, issues, and recommendations to appropriate team members and project leadershipPerform other instructional design and training development activities as assignedRequired Experience/QualificationsBachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, English, Communications, Training and Development, or a related fieldRelevant experience in instructional design, curriculum development, training development, education, technical writing, or a related field, commensurate with the level of the positionKnowledge of instructional design principles and systematic approaches to training developmentAbility to analyze information, identify instructional needs, and develop effective learning solutionsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to collaborate effectively with SMEs, technical personnel, customers, and multidisciplinary project teamsAbility to organize and prioritize multiple assignments and meet established deadlinesProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to learn and apply new software, systems, processes, and technical subject matterCompetency in the following areas: Instructional systems design; Systematic instructional design processes; Task, job, needs, and performance analysis; Curriculum and training development;Learning objective development; Instructional strategy selection; Scenario-based learning design; Assessment and evaluation developmentTechnical research, writing, and editingCritical thinking and problem-solvingOrganization and time managementWritten and verbal communicationCollaboration with SMEs and stakeholdersQuality assurance and attention to detailAdaptability and continuous learningAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamPreferred Experience/QualificationsMaster's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, or a related fieldExperience supporting Department of Defense, military, government, or technical training programsExperience developing performance-based training and instructional productsExperience conducting task, job, needs, or performance analysisExperience developing assessments, learning objectives, lesson plans, storyboards, job aids, trainee guides, instructor materials, or other training productsExperience with Instructor Led Training (ILT), Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI), computer-based training, simulation, or technology-enabled learningFamiliarity with AIM CPM/LOM and applicable military or government instructional development standardsExperience supporting course pilots, training implementation, evaluation, or continuous improvementExperience performing instructional product quality assurance or review activitiesExperience working with multidisciplinary teams in a technical or engineering environmentExperience working with Department of Defense or Navy training standards, including NAVEDTRA guidanceSpecial Requirements/Security ClearanceAbility to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearanceJob SummaryID: 2026-11252# of Openings: 1Category: Systems SupportClearance: Tier 3 - Secret/ADP II