Instructional Designer, Principal

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 106,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) seeks an instructional designer for the Naval Training & Simulation team. The role supports the current and Next Generation Training Program to qualify navy personnel as nuclear propulsion plant operators, involving development, evaluation, and implementation of curriculum.

The position requires analyzing objectives, developing learning objectives and qualification requirements, revising manuals, and coordinating with Navy and multimedia staff to advance computer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 13 years relevant experience.
• Associate’s degree with 11 years relevant experience in Education, technical, engineering or science.
• Bachelor’s degree with 9 years relevant experience in Education, technical, engineering or science.
• Master’s degree with 7 years relevant experience in Education, technical, engineering or science.
• Doctorate degree with 3 years relevant experience in Education, technical, engineering or science.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Program learning objectives to support curriculum optimization for the next generation training program.
• Apply operator experience and subject matter expertise to develop learning objectives and qualification requirements for the next generation training program.
• Assist with a major revision to all current Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Program manuals.
• Coordinate with Navy and multimedia personnel to revise and optimize computer aided instruction and curriculum lesson plans.

Skills

Nuclear propulsion experience

Curriculum development

Training & qualification requirements

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in Education/engineering/science

Bachelor’s degree in Education/engineering/science

Master’s degree in Education/engineering/science

Doctorate in Education/engineering/science

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) Naval Training & Simulation (NTS) department is seeking a instructional designer to join the Naval Training (NT) team. The instructional designer will support both the current and Next Generation Training Program (NGTP), which prepares navy personnel to qualify as nuclear propulsion plant operators in the fleet. This position will have an important role in the development, evaluation, and implementation of curriculum.

• Analyze current Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Program learning objectives to support curriculum optimization for the next generation training program.
• Apply operator experience and subject matter expertise to develop learning objectives and qualification requirements for the next generation training Program.
• Apply operator experience and subject matter expertise to assist with a major revision to all current Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Program manuals.
• Coordinate with Navy and multimedia personnel at NNPTC to revise and optimize computer aided instruction and curriculum lesson plans to meet the Next Generation Training Program objectives.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

• High school diploma or equivalent and 13 years of relevant experience; or
• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education, technical, engineering; or science related field and 11 years of relevant experience; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education, technical, engineering or science related field and 9 years of relevant experience; or
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education, technical, engineering or science related field and 7 years of relevant experience; or
• Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in Education, technical, engineering or science related field and 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Prior qualification as a nuclear propulsion plant operator.
• Prior experience with the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Training Program curriculum.
• In depth understanding of training and qualification requirements in the naval nuclear propulsion training program.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!

Pay Range

$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.