DCSA Senior Instructional Systems Designer

C2 Technologies; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Annual Leave

Holiday benefits

Job summary

C² Technologies seeks a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to lead design, development, and maintenance of curricula and learning solutions supporting DCSA workforce needs. The role applies ADDIE and ISD methodologies across eLearning, ILT, and blended modalities.

The Senior ISD will ensure accessibility, compliance, and alignment with DoD requirements, while maintaining lifecycle documentation and repositories. SECRET clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or instructional systems design.
• Experience applying structured instructional design methods (ADDIE).
• Experience developing learning across multiple modalities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct instructional and training needs analyses.
• Develop measurable learning objectives.
• Design curricula using ADDIE and structured methodologies.
• Develop eLearning, ILT, and blended learning solutions.
• Create facilitator guides, participant materials, job aids, assessments, and other instructional products.
• Apply adult learning principles throughout instructional design and development.
• Conduct pilot testing of instructional materials and learning solutions.
• Maintain curriculum lifecycle documentation and version control.
• Ensure learning products meet Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Ensure learning products align with DoD requirements.
• Maintain learning asset repositories and content libraries.
• Support ongoing maintenance and improvement of curricula.

Skills

Instructional Design

ADDIE

Adult Learning

Curriculum Dev

E-learning

Assessment Design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LMS platforms

eLearning Tools

Microsoft Office

Authoring Tools

Job description

Position:DCSA Senior Instructional Systems Designer

Location: Quantico, VA

Job Id:928

# of Openings:1

DCSA Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD)

Work Location: On-site at DCSA training locations; travel as needed
Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Summary

C² Technologies seeks a DCSA Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to lead the design, development, and maintenance of instructional curricula and learning solutions supporting DCSA workforce needs.

The Senior Instructional Systems Designer will apply structured Instructional Systems Design methodologies, including ADDIE, to develop effective learning solutions across multiple delivery modalities. This position will ensure instructional products are accessible, compliant, properly maintained, and aligned with identified workforce and performance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct instructional and training needs analyses.
• Develop measurable learning objectives based on identified workforce needs.
• Design curricula using structured Instructional Systems Design methodologies, including ADDIE.
• Develop eLearning, instructor-led training, and blended learning solutions.
• Create facilitator guides, participant materials, job aids, assessments, and other instructional products.
• Apply adult learning principles throughout instructional design and development.
• Conduct pilot testing of instructional materials and learning solutions.
• Analyze pilot feedback and revise instructional materials as needed.
• Maintain curriculum lifecycle documentation and version control.
• Ensure learning products meet Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Ensure learning products align with applicable Department of Defense requirements.
• Maintain learning asset repositories and training content libraries.
• Support ongoing maintenance and improvement of instructional curricula.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Education or experience in instructional systems design, education, training development, or a related discipline required.

Experience

• Strong experience in instructional design and curriculum development.
• Experience conducting training and instructional needs analyses.
• Experience designing and developing training across multiple modalities.
• Demonstrated experience applying adult learning principles.
• Experience developing eLearning, instructor-led, and blended learning solutions.
• Federal or Department of Defense learning environment experience preferred.
• Experience with LMS platforms and eLearning authoring tools preferred.
• Experience conducting training evaluation and pilot testing preferred.
• Experience maintaining instructional content throughout the curriculum lifecycle preferred.

Required Certifications & Clearance

• SECRET clearance required.

Tools & Systems

• Instructional Systems Design and ADDIE methodologies
• eLearning authoring tools
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Learning Management Systems
• Learning content repositories

Skills

• Strong knowledge of instructional systems design principles and methodologies.
• Ability to conduct training needs and performance analyses.
• Ability to develop measurable learning objectives.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles.
• Ability to design instruction across eLearning, instructor-led, virtual, and blended modalities.
• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Strong instructional writing and editing skills.
• Ability to develop assessments, facilitator guides, job aids, and supporting instructional materials.
• Strong organizational and version-control skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple instructional products and priorities.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Base Salary Range: $75,000 – $115,000 / year. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and structural alignment. Individual pay is influenced by several factors, including the candidate's work location, relevant experience, skillset, and contract constraints.

Benefits: At C² Technologies, we support our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your overall well-being. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options; 401(k) retirement plan with company match and Paid Annual Leave (PAL), 11 paid federal holidays and other paid leave programs. We also offer employer-paid life insurance, supplemental insurance for accident, critical illness, and hospital care, short-term/long-term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager within guidelines and in compliance with federal and state laws. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

C² Technologies, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran.