Instructional System Design & eLearning Specialist

KBR, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

FSA

Disability Insurance

PTO

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Instructional Design & eLearning Specialist to lead design, development, and deployment of mission-critical training for NASA’s Flight Operations Directorate.

You will collaborate with SMEs, flight controllers, and video teams to create ISD-based eLearning, web, and classroom materials for Artemis, ISS, and future missions. The role requires 4+ years in technical training, a bachelor's degree in ID/IT, proficiency with Articulate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or related field.
• 4+ years of direct experience developing technical training/eLearning solutions.
• Digital portfolio demonstrating ISD deliverables, eLearning interactions, and multimedia work.
• Proficiency with Articulate Storyline/Rise, Camtasia, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience applying ADDIE, storyboarding, and scriptwriting in technical environments.
• Track record of managing training projects, timelines, and stakeholder communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with technical SMEs.

Responsibilities

• Lead ISD design, development, and deployment of interactive learning solutions (eLearning, web-based, classroom materials).
• Partner with SMEs, flight controllers, and engineers to analyze needs and translate requirements into instructional assets.
• Drive content evolution across programs such as Artemis and ISS modules.
• Coordinate core FOD content programs (e.g., Space Flight Academy, ITC, Evaluator/Mentor Modules).
• Support train-the-trainer initiatives to equip instructors with delivery techniques.

Skills

Instructional design

ADDIE ISD model

Project management

Collaboration with SMEs

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design / Instructional Technology

Tools

Articulate Storyline/Rise

Camtasia

Adobe Creative Suite

SharePoint Online

Wikis

HTML/CSS/JavaScript basics

Job description

Title: Instructional System Design & eLearning Specialist Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. We are seeking an experienced and versatile Instructional Design & eLearning Specialist to lead the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical training solutions for NASA’s Flight Operations Directorate (FOD). Operating at the vital intersection of instructional systems design (ISD), modern digital media production, and technical project management, this role is essential in building workforce capability for the next generation of NASA’s spaceflight operations. Collaborating directly with Flight Controllers, Instructors, subject matter experts (SMEs), and video production teams, you will drive comprehensive learning initiatives. Your work will directly prepare astronauts and ground control teams to safely and successfully execute human spaceflight operations across all current and future NASA missions, including the International Space Station (ISS), Artemis Missions and future lunar base initiatives.

Location: Onsite at NASA Johnson Space Center, 77058

Core Responsibilities Instructional Design, Instruction & Content Development

• Apply ADDIE and sound ISD principles to design, build, and maintain interactive, technical learning solutions (eLearning, web-based, and classroom materials).
• Partner with SMEs, flight controllers, and engineers to perform Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and translate complex technical/operational requirements into clear instructional assets.
• Drive content evolution across programs: incorporate new Artemis program content while adapting heritage ISS modules for the evolving multi-program operations landscape.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and help lead core FOD common content programs, such as Space Flight Academy, Instructor Training Courses (ITC), and Evaluator/Mentor Modules.
• Support train-the-trainer initiatives to equip flight instructors with baseline instructional delivery techniques.

Digital Media & eLearning Production

• Utilize modern authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Camtasia) and digital media editing platforms (Adobe Creative Suite) for audio, video, and visual asset production.
• Maintain, update, and convert online lessons to modern formats; optimize online learning design workflows, file management structures, and internal web/knowledge bases (SharePoint, Wiki).
• Author scripts, storyboards, and interactive courseware; manage media assets and troubleshoot technical issues with deployed courseware.

Project Management

• Manage training initiatives from inception to delivery: establishing timelines, tracking project milestones, estimating resource requirements, and ensuring rigorous quality standards.

Basic Qualifications & Requirements

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or a related field
• Experience: 4+ years of direct experience developing technical training/eLearning solutions.
• Portfolio: A digital portfolio demonstrating end-to-end ISD deliverables, eLearning interactions, and multimedia work is required upon application.
• Instructional Tools: Proven proficiency with authoring tools (Articulate Storyline/Rise, Camtasia) and multimedia editing tools (Adobe Creative Suite).
• ISD Frameworks: Demonstrated expertise applying the ADDIE model, storyboarding, and scriptwriting within technical environments.
• Project Management: Track record of managing training projects, scheduling, milestone tracking, and stakeholder communication.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to consult effectively with highly technical subject matter experts and navigate fast-paced deadlines.
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to occasionally support work outside standard business hours to meet critical mission surge requirements.

Highly Desired / Preferred Flight Operations Knowledge

• Prior experience supporting flight operations, aerospace systems, or technical/high-consequence training environments.

Technical & Data Management

• Working knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and experience maintaining structured data platforms (SharePoint Online, Wikis).

Job Analysis Techniques

• Experience with DACUM or formal workforce task analysis methodologies.

Physical & Working Conditions Equipment Transport & Setup

• Ability to lift, move, and position training hardware, media equipment, and AV/studio gear weighing up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Onsite Mobility

• Ability to navigate training facilities, classroom environments, and simulation spaces to support live instruction and equipment setup.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to an ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&D
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• flexible work schedule

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.

We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.