Instructional Designer

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Generous PTO and holidays

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Stock options

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is looking for a passionate Instructional Designer to develop effective training for autonomous surface vessel operators. In this role, you'll assess training needs, design engaging content, and create impactful training activities.

The ideal candidate will have advanced proficiency in digital learning tools and strong project management skills. This position offers comprehensive medical insurance, generous PTO, and competitive salaries.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in producing digital learning experiences using authoring tools.
• Degree in instructional design or related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce engaging educational experiences for an adult audience.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop course content and assessments.
• Assess user needs and align course design accordingly.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in producing digital learning experiences

Advanced proficiency in designing and delivering instructor-led training

Experience administering training in learning management systems

Strong digital design skills using Adobe Creative Suite, Figma

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong project management skills

Ability to juggle multiple projects

Experience in corporate training environments

Experience with AR/VR training formats

Education

Degree in instructional design, education, or a related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Camtasia

Cornerstone LMS

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

HTML

Job description

Instructional Designer

Design and implement interactive digital training modules for autonomous surface vessel operators

Location: San Diego, California, United States

About The Role

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state‑of‑the‑art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate, highly‑skilled instructional designer to create effective and impactful trainings that align with our brand's unique vision and mission. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your skills and experience to assess training needs, design engaging content in digital and live formats, develop interactive and impactful training activities, implement these training experiences into the desired delivery format, and create measurable assessments and evaluations. Your expertise will be instrumental in empowering and inspiring learners who are helping Saronic redefine maritime superiority.

Responsibilities

• Produce effective and engaging educational experiences for adult audience
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and subject matter experts to plan and develop course content, assessments, and evaluations
• Assess user needs and align course content and design accordingly
• Apply core instructional design principles and theories to maximize learner engagement and retention
• Leverage our learning management system to deliver, track, and ensure training completion
• Train instructors, managers, learners, and other stakeholders in using learning technologies
• Maintain projects and organize course documentation
• Analyze, update, and refine existing training content
• Stay current on best practices in instructional design, including researching and implementing new technologies and techniques

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in producing digital learning experiences using authoring tools including Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in designing and delivering instructor‑led training
• Extensive experience administering training in learning management systems (LMS). Experience with Cornerstone a plus.
• Strong digital design skills using tools including the Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, HTML, etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with the ability to clearly and concisely express complex information visually
• Advanced knowledge of data evaluation and assessments
• Strong project management and organization skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and work independently to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Degree in instructional design, education, or a related field (master's preferred)
• Experience producing and delivering training in corporate and/or manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated ability to leverage diverse media formats
• Experience with designing, producing, and delivering training in AR/VR formats

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check‑ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependentsTime Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry‑standard salaries with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.