Senior Instructional Designer

Science Applications International Corp.; Virginia; Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Applications International Corp. is seeking a Senior Instructional Systems Designer to design, develop, implement, and evaluate training for a federal government client.

Remote work is allowed from anywhere in the United States, with travel to office locations as needed. The role requires strong ISD expertise, experience with ADDIE/SAM, multi-modal training, and proficiency with Articulate 360, Captivate, and Lectora.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience.
• 8+ years in instructional systems design, curriculum development, or closely related training development roles.
• Demonstrated experience applying formal ISD methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Proven experience designing and developing training in multiple modalities (instructor-led, web-based, blended).
• Proficiency with eLearning tools (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Lectora).
• Working knowledge of LMS standards and technologies, including SCORM and/or xAPI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to explain complex concepts clearly and facilitate reviews.

Responsibilities

• Applying instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM
• Working with subject matter experts to analyze training needs and translate complex content into learning objectives, lessons and assessments
• Designing, developing and updating training materials including instructor-led, eLearning, blended experiences
• Creating and revising lesson plans, facilitator guides, student guides, slide decks, exercises, assessments, job aids, and supporting course materials
• Collaborating with subject matter experts, trainers, graphic designer/multimedia developers, and project stakeholders to produce high-quality training products
• Supporting the design of training that prepares new employees for success in their roles and reinforces organizational standards, expectations, and mission priorities
• Supporting classroom observations, learner evaluations, and after-action reviews
• Using learner feedback, instructor input, and performance data implement course improvements
• Ensuring training materials are accurate, current, well-organized, and suitable for delivery
• Maintaining strong communication with the client and internal team to ensure training development activities remain on schedule and aligned with program requirements
• Maintaining training content library and version control of training materials
• Ensuring content meets Section 508 accessibility standards.

Skills

Instructional design

ADDIE

eLearning tools

LMS standards

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Articulate 360

Adobe Captivate

Lectora

SCORM/xAPI

Job description

Job ID 2618943

Location Remote Work, VA, US

Date Posted 2026-11-09

Category Training

Subcategory Instr Sys Design

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work ORA_REMOTE

Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to support the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training for a federal government client. Working under the direction of the ISD Manager, the selected candidate will serve as an experienced instructional design practitioner responsible for developing high quality training solutions, supporting complex instructional design initiatives, and providing technical guidance and mentorship to other members of the team.

This position is remote and can be worked from anywhere within the United States.

Travel may be required to SAIC office locations (i.e. Reston, VA, Huntsville, AL and San Antonio, TX)

Responsibilities

• Applying instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM
• Working with subject matter experts to analyze training needs and translate complex technical, medical or mission-focused content into clear, learning objectives, lessons and assessments.
• Designing, developing and updating training materials including instructor-led, eLearning, blended experiences.
• Creating and revising lesson plans, facilitator guides, student guides, slide decks, exercises, assessments, job aids, and supporting course materials.
• Collaborating with subject matter experts, trainers, graphic designer/multimedia developers, and project stakeholders to produce high-quality training products.
• Supporting the design of training that prepares new employees for success in their roles and reinforces organizational standards, expectations, and mission priorities.
• Supporting classroom observations, learner evaluations, and after-action reviews.
• Using learner feedback, instructor input, and performance data implement course improvements.
• Ensuring training materials are accurate, current, well-organized, and suitable for delivery
• Maintaining strong communication with the client and internal team to ensure training development activities remain on schedule and aligned with program requirements.
• Maintaining training content library and version control of training materials.
• Ensuring content meets Section 508 accessibility standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in instructional systems design, curriculum development, or closely related training development roles.
• Demonstrated experience applying formal ISD methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Proven experience designing and developing training in multiple modalities (e.g instructor lead, web-based, blended).
• Proficiency with eLearning tools (e.g. Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Lectora, or similar).
• Working knowledge of LMS standards and technologies, including SCORM and/or xAPI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and to facilitate stakeholder and SME reviews.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, HPT, etc.).
• Experience developing training for Medical, Customer Service/Call Center, Federal, DoD, or highly technical environments (e.g., IT, engineering, cyber, aviation, or similar).
• Experience applying and verifying Section 508 accessibility requirements for digital learning content.
• Experience applying Bloom’s Taxonomy, Kirkpatrick’s evaluation model, or other learning and performance frameworks.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., ATD APTD/CPTD or equivalent).

Target salary range $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.