Instructional System Designer (ISD)

adventservices; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision care

401K matching

Paid vacation and sick time

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Advent is seeking an Instructional System Designer to architect and deliver multimedia training for mission-critical programs at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. You will collaborate with SMEs and production teams to craft engaging courseware, storyboards, and learner materials using Captivate, SCORM, and VR simulations.

The role emphasizes ADDIE-driven development, rigorous evaluation, and ongoing improvement of training solutions; strong communication and independent work are essential in a on-site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or five years' ISD experience required.
• Experience in learning theory, instructional design, assessment, or product development.
• Proficiency with modern instructional tech: Captivate, SCORM, VR, and simulations.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication; NDA ready.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop multimedia projects with subject matter experts and production teams.
• Recommend platforms, tools, and methods to meet training needs.
• Develop, test, and evaluate online courseware with continuous improvement.
• Create training plans and support ADDIE phases.
• Edit curriculum materials for grammar, formatting and accuracy.
• Support curriculum development across USAFSAM programs.
• Apply ADDIE methodology through all course development phases.
• Design learner guides, scripts, and instructional content.
• Use government-provided software to support course development.
• Analyze feedback to recommend ISD-based improvements.
• Coordinate requirements, meetings, storyboards, and approvals.
• Provide instructional design consultation and ensure quality.
• Attend meetings and perform duties as directed by Technical Advisor or Course Director.

Skills

Instructional design

Learning theories

ADDIE methodology

Multimedia development

Adobe Captivate

SCORM

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

NDA readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology or related field

Five years ISD experience

Master's degree in Educational Technology

Tools

Adobe Captivate

SCORM packaging

3D modeling

Virtual reality

Simulation technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leader in supporting clients in technically demanding industries, Advent's capabilities and services promote innovation & empower our partners to manage risk, protect the information, and achieve organizational objectives. We are proud of our ability to support mission-critical systems in every phase of their lifecycle to ensure our nation’s forces can accomplish their mission.

Position:

Instructional System Designer (ISD)

Location:

Wright Patterson AFB, OH (On-site)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 0730-1630

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Educational Design, or a related field; or five (5) years of applied experience in Instructional Systems Design (ISD).
• Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following areas:
  • Learning theory, psychology of learning, or educational psychology.
  • Instructional design principles and methodologies.
  • Educational assessment and evaluation.
  • Instructional product development.
• Proficiency with modern instructional technologies, including Adobe Captivate, SCORM package development, gaming, 3D modeling, virtual reality, and simulation technologies.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) prior to the start of performance.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Educational Design, or a closely related discipline

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop multimedia, graphics, and instructional media projects in collaboration with subject matter experts and production teams.
• Recommend instructional platforms, development tools, delivery methods, and learning technologies to meet training requirements.
• Develop, manage, test, and evaluate online courseware while providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Create training plans and support the validation phase of the ADDIE instructional design process.
• Edit and maintain curriculum materials, ensuring accuracy in grammar, formatting, and instructional content.
• Support curriculum development initiatives, e-learning projects, and educational activities across USAFSAM programs.
• Apply the ADDIE instructional design methodology throughout all phases of course development.
• Design instructional materials, including learner guides, instructional text, audio scripts, and video scripts.
• Utilize government-provided software and instructional technologies to support course development.
• Analyze student feedback and course evaluations to recommend instructional improvements based on ISD principles.
• Coordinate project requirements, facilitate stakeholder meetings, develop storyboards, and obtain customer approvals for course delivery.
• Provide instructional design consultation and ensure educational quality throughout multimedia development projects.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, and perform additional duties as assigned by the Technical Advisor or Course Director.

Advent’s benefits program includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision care, matching 401K, vacation time, sick time, life insurance, disability coverage, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for you and your family.

Advent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are not based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.