Mission-Driven Instructional Designer for Government Training

Oceaneering; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Mental Health

Retirement Savings

Life and Disability

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceaneering seeks an Instructional Systems Design Specialist to translate complex processes into engaging training aligned with mission requirements. You will collaborate with government stakeholders, SMEs, and project teams to deliver high-quality learning solutions and ensure accreditation compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years of instructional design experience, proficiency with Storyline, Captivate, and Camtasia, and the ability to obtain a secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Educational Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of professional instructional design experience in corporate, consulting, or professional services.
• Portfolio of multi-modal instructional design (eLearning, ILT/vILT, job aids).
• Strong knowledge of ADDIE and adult learning principles; needs assessment and curriculum development.
• Proficiency with eLearning authoring tools (Storyline, Captivate, Camtasia) and LMS administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple learning projects, meet deadlines, and maintain quality.
• Collaborate with SMEs, trainers, and teams to translate concepts into learning outcomes.
• Conduct needs and gap analyses to identify requirements and performance outcomes.
• Design and develop training materials and curriculum using instructional models.
• Support implementation and evaluation, measuring effectiveness and driving improvements.
• Ensure training solutions comply with government standards and are LMS-managed.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organization

Project management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate Storyline 360

Adobe Captivate

Camtasia

LMS administration

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

The Instructional Systems Design Specialist will drive instructional design principles and methodologies to create engaging, high-quality learning solutions for internal and external project needs. This position translates processes and technical knowledge into training that supports job knowledge and qualifications. This role involves collaborating with internal project team members, government stakeholders; subcontractors, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create engaging, instructionally sound training programs that meet mission-specific and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience designing and developing training content for a wide variety of audiences to include federal, state, or military personnel.

Job Description

The Instructional Systems Design Specialist will drive instructional design principles and methodologies to create engaging, high-quality learning solutions for internal and external project needs. This position translates processes and technical knowledge into training that supports job knowledge and qualifications. This role involves collaborating with internal project team members, government stakeholders; subcontractors, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create engaging, instructionally sound training programs that meet mission-specific and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience designing and developing training content for a wide variety of audiences to include federal, state, or military personnel.

Responsibilities

Project and Resource Management:

Manage multiple learning projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Connect with SMEs, trainers, and assigned team members to gather training requirements, translate complex concepts into effective objectives and learning materials, and ensure accuracy of learning content.

Participate in stakeholder meetings to provide technical guidance on instructional design and emerging learning technologies.

Needs Analysis

Conduct comprehensive needs and gap analysis with internal and external customers to identify training requirements, target audiences, and performance outcomes.

Guide training qualification and competency requirements based on job/duty task analysis to be developed beyond classroom instruction.

Design And Development

Design and development of training approaches, materials, and curriculum using established instructional models like ADDIE.

Creation of a variety of learning assets, including instructor-led training (ILT) materials, web-based training (WBT), student instructional materials and learning aids, storyboards, video scripts, scenario-based learning, and knowledge and skill-based assessments.

Identification of best uses for training media, materials and labs to be integrated into course curriculum.

Implementation And Evaluation

Support the implementation and delivery of training programs, including coordination of online and in-person sessions.

Support development and implementation of evaluation methodologies (e.g., surveys, assessments, focus groups) to measure the effectiveness and impact of training.

Analyze feedback and data to recommend and implement improvements for course materials and delivery.

Standards And Compliance

Ensure all training solutions and materials adhere to government standards for course accreditation compliance and specific agency regulations.

Upload and manage training content within an LMS, tracking learner progress and running reports.

Perform additional duties as assigned, demonstrating the competence needed to complete tasks effectively.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Educational Technology, or a related field.

3+ years of professional experience in instructional design, curriculum development and e-learning development in a corporate, consulting, or professional services environment.

Demonstrated portfolio of instructional design across multiple modalities (eLearning, ILT/vILT, job aids) showing a range in design abilities, visual execution, and instructional strategy.

Strong knowledge of instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE. PADDIE+M) and adult learning principles, needs assessment and curriculum development.

Proficiency with eLearning authoring software such as Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, multimedia design, and Learning Management System (LMS) administration.

Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) administration and content management.

Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and related software for storyboarding, content drafting, and stakeholder communication.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.

Soft Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively translate complex technical information for varied audiences.

Exceptional collaboration, project management, and organizational skills.

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior military or other US military experience with the Systems Approach to Training and Education (SATE) methodology.

Government Experience: Demonstrated experience designing and developing training content for military, federal, or state government agencies.

Experience with video production, audio recording, or graphic design tools is a plus.

Remote or distributed team experience with proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and deliverables.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

The salary range for this position is $87,100 - $130,700

About Us

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factor.

About The Team

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.