Instructional Systems Designer

TrulyHired; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 125,651 - 169,999; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced Instructional Systems Designer to join a specialized training team in Chantilly, VA. You will design and evaluate learning solutions across instructor-led, virtual, and online formats, collaborating with SMEs and technical teams to support mission-critical training.

You will apply adult learning principles and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to improve learning experiences and development processes while maintaining compliance with security

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and evaluate instructor-led, virtual, and online learning solutions.
• Conduct training needs analyses and partner with subject matter experts to develop effective learning strategies.
• Create engaging instructional materials, including lesson plans, facilitator guides, web-based training, videos, job aids, assessments, and other learning assets.
• Manage instructional design projects from concept through implementation while tracking schedules, deliverables, and progress.
• Measure training effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data and recommend continuous improvements.
• Design and administer course evaluations, surveys, and assessments.
• Integrate emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, into learning solutions and development workflows.
• Facilitate training sessions, instructional skills workshops, and small group discussions as needed.
• Collaborate with instructors, AV, IT, production teams, and customers to deliver high-quality learning products.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with customer security policies and organizational standards.

Skills

ADDIE methodology

Adult learning principles

Needs analyses

Learning solutions design

Instructor-led and online training

AI-enabled learning tools

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12+ years experience

Master's degree + 10+ years experience

Instructional Design / Adult Learning / Education related fields

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Camtasia

Lectora

Adobe Creative Cloud

HTML

JavaScript

Job description

Instructional Systems Designer Full Description

Instructional Systems Designer

Location: Chantilly, VA
Category: Training
Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
External Referral Program: Ineligible

Shape the Future of Learning

At Leidos, we solve some of the world's toughest challenges through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Our teams deliver solutions that make communities safer, healthier, and more efficient. If you're passionate about designing impactful learning experiences that support critical missions, we'd love to meet you.

We're seeking an experienced Instructional Systems Designer to join a dynamic training team supporting a specialized customer mission. In this role, you'll collaborate with instructors, subject matter experts, and technical teams to design, develop, implement, and evaluate engaging learning solutions that prepare learners for mission success.

Using adult learning principles and instructional design best practices, you'll create instructor‑led, virtual, and online training while incorporating emerging technologies, including AI, to improve learning experiences and development processes.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, implement, and evaluate instructor‑led, virtual, and online learning solutions.
• Conduct training needs analyses and partner with subject matter experts to develop effective learning strategies.
• Create engaging instructional materials, including lesson plans, facilitator guides, web‑based training, videos, job aids, assessments, and other learning assets.
• Manage instructional design projects from concept through implementation while tracking schedules, deliverables, and progress.
• Measure training effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data and recommend continuous improvements.
• Design and administer course evaluations, surveys, and assessments.
• Integrate emerging technologies, including AI‑enabled tools, into learning solutions and development workflows.
• Facilitate training sessions, instructional skills workshops, and small group discussions as needed.
• Collaborate with instructors, AV, IT, production teams, and customers to deliver high‑quality learning products.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with customer security policies and organizational standards.

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience. Degrees in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Education, Educational Technology, Online Learning, Computer Science, or related fields are preferred.
• Experience applying instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE and adult learning principles.
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing instructor‑led and online learning solutions.
• Experience conducting needs analyses, collaborating with subject matter experts, and evaluating learning effectiveness.
• Experience creating web‑based training using tools such as Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, Lectora, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar technologies.
• Knowledge of accessible design principles and ADA‑compliant learning development.
• Strong project management, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, learning management systems (LMS), and project tracking tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Education, Online Learning, or a related discipline.
• Experience developing multimedia learning content using Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Experience with HTML, JavaScript, Python, Java, or similar technologies.
• Experience using learning analytics, data visualization, or reporting tools to improve training outcomes.
• Experience delivering instructor‑led technical training.
• Professional certifications in instructional design, facilitation, training, or related disciplines.
• Experience with technical writing, copy editing, or content development.

Posting Information

Original Posting: July 6, 2026

Pay Range: $105,300.00 - $190,350.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.