Instructional Designer

Next Matter; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Equity: Meaningful equity for

Four weeks of paid time off

Ten company paid holidays

Medical plans with employee coverage

Dental & Vision coverage

FSA/HSA options

401k plan

Paid parental leave

Meals & catering

Snacks & beverages

Fitness stipend

Onsite EV charging

Job summary

Castelion is seeking an Instructional Designer to design, develop, and maintain training programs supporting manufacturing, engineering, quality, safety, and operations. You will translate technical processes into engaging learning experiences for a fast-paced aerospace environment.

You will work with SMEs across the organization to identify training needs, build competency-based paths, and create assessments and certifications aligned with operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field.
• 2+ years designing instructor-led and/or eLearning programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain instructor-led, eLearning, blended learning, and on-the-job training (OJT) programs.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, safety, HR, and SMEs to identify training needs and create effective learning solutions.
• Develop competency-based learning paths, qualifications, assessments, and certification programs aligned with operational requirements.
• Create engaging learning materials including presentations, job aids, process-based training, videos, knowledge checks, and interactive learning content.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, learner-focused instructional content for diverse audiences.
• Build and maintain training content within the company's Learning Management System (360Learning).
• Design formative and summative assessments to evaluate learner knowledge, competency, and training effectiveness.
• Support implementation of role-based competency frameworks and qualification programs.
• Monitor learner progress and training completion while analyzing performance data to continuously improve training effectiveness.
• Ensure training content remains current with engineering changes, manufacturing processes, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
• Assist with onboarding programs and new hire training initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support compliance with AS9100, OSHA, export compliance, cybersecurity, and other required training initiatives.
• Manage multiple instructional design projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Instructional design

SME collaboration

Project management

Communication

LMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

360Learning

Articulate 360

Rise

Storyline

Camtasia

Job description

Why Castelion, Why Now

Castelion is moving incredibly fast to develop and deliver advanced defense systems at a time when execution matters more than ever. We believe focus and technical excellence are decisive advantages - and we are building a team that can deliver real capability, not just concepts.

This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, where your work will directly shape critical systems, influence major technical decisions, and have immediate, real-world impact.

Instructional Designer

The Instructional Designer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining high-quality training programs that support Castelion's manufacturing, engineering, quality, safety, and operational teams.

This role partners with subject matter experts (SMEs) across the organization to translate technical processes into engaging, competency-based learning experiences that prepare employees to perform safely, efficiently, and consistently in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain instructor-led, eLearning, blended learning, and on-the-job training (OJT) programs.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, safety, HR, and other SMEs to identify training needs and create effective learning solutions.
• Develop competency-based learning paths, qualifications, assessments, and certification programs aligned with operational requirements.
• Create engaging learning materials including presentations, job aids, process-based training, videos, knowledge checks, and interactive learning content.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, learner-focused instructional content for diverse audiences.
• Build and maintain training content within the company's Learning Management System (360Learning).
• Design formative and summative assessments to evaluate learner knowledge, competency, and training effectiveness.
• Support implementation of role-based competency frameworks and qualification programs.
• Monitor learner progress and training completion while analyzing performance data to continuously improve training effectiveness.
• Ensure training content remains current with engineering changes, manufacturing processes, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
• Assist with onboarding programs and new hire training initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support compliance with AS9100, OSHA, export compliance, cybersecurity, and other required training initiatives.
• Manage multiple instructional design projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Adult Learning, Human Performance, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience designing and developing instructor-led and/or eLearning training programs.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience conducting learning needs analyses and developing measurable learning objectives.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, or similar).
• Experience collaborating with technical subject matter experts.
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts into engaging learning experiences.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Experience developing training in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other technical environment.
• Experience with 360Learning, Articulate 360, Rise, Storyline, Camtasia, or similar authoring tools.
• Familiarity with competency-based training and qualification management.
• Experience developing technical documentation, process-based training, or process documentation.
• Knowledge of AS9100, OSHA, ISO, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience using multimedia tools for video editing and graphic design.

Benefits And Perks

• Employee Equity: Meaningful equity for all full-time employees - share value has increased 150x in three years
• Personal Time Off: Four (4) weeks of paid time off to unplug, reset, and come back sharp—velocity matters, burnout doesn't
• Company Paid Holidays: Ten (10) company paid holidays
• Medical: We offer plans at 100% employee covered and 80% of dependent coverage
• Dental & Vision: We cover 90% employees and 80% for dependents to ensure you and your family have access to quality preventive and ongoing care
• FSA/HSA: To support long-term health and financial resilience, we offer FSA and HSA options that allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible medical and dependent care expenses
• Retirement: 401k plan offered to support long term financial growth along side high-impact, high-velocity work
• Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with meaningful time to bond and recover. Birthing parents are eligible for up to 10 weeks of paid leave, while non-birthing parents may take up to 4 weeks of paid leave. This time can be used for pre-natal care, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical needs—ensuring every parent has the support they need during this important life moment.8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees
• Meals & Catering: Frequently catered lunches and team meals, plus company-covered meals when extra time or effort is required
• Snacks & Beverages: Fully stocked kitchen with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you fueled throughout the day
• Performance & Fitness: $100 monthly fitness stipend to support peak performance and health, both inside and outside of work
• EV Charging: Onsite electric vehicle charging available for employees

Physical Demands

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• Must be able to travel up to 30%
• Must be able to lift more than 50lbs

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

This position may require access to classified information or restricted U.S. Government sites, systems, or information, as determined by the Company and/or applicable U.S. Government requirements. If the position is so designated, your employment in the role may be contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Government security clearance or other government authorization, and to satisfy any citizenship or other eligibility requirements imposed by applicable law, regulation, executive order, or government contract requirements. You will be notified if and when such requirements apply. Failure to obtain or maintain any required clearance or authorization may result in reassignment, leave, or separation from employment, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.