Senior Instructional Systems Designer (e-Learning)

DarkStar Intelligence LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

DarkStar Intelligence in Washington, DC seeks a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (e-Learning) to transform government subject matter into blended, online, and virtual classroom training using ADDIE.

You will lead design plans, storyboards, exams, and instructional aids, collaborate with multimedia specialists, test in LMS and measure effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of experience in instructional design or related field.
• Practical knowledge of instructional design processes and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Work with team members to plan instructional delivery and build blended learning strategies that combine face-to-face and online instruction
• Lay the instructional design groundwork for classroom and eLearning courses
• Review instructional design plans, courses, and supporting materials with Government colleagues for quality and peer feedback
• Create professional-level presentation materials
• Meet regularly with project stakeholders, including clients, subject matter experts, and end users
• Run needs, job, task, and gap analyses to decide whether instruction is the right solution
• Track work and schedules so you finish projects within development parameters
• Deliver quality instruction for adult learners in a fast-paced, changing work environment

Skills

Instructional design

ADDIE model

Blended learning

Storyboarding

Needs analysis

Tools

Blackboard

Adobe Captivate

Job description

Senior Instructional Systems Designer (e-Learning)

Washington, DC

Mission overview

DarkStar Intelligence is seeking an e-Learning Instructional Systems Designer to create blended, online, and virtual classroom courseware for a government agency. You’ll take classroom and virtual course materials from agency subject matter experts and turn them into training that closes real performance gaps. Using the ADDIE model, you’ll build design plans, storyboards, narrative scripts, exams, instructional aids, and finished eLearning products. You’ll also work with multimedia specialists on graphics, animation, photos, audio, and video. You’ll choose the right goals, length, approach, and media for each course, apply adult learning strategies, test courseware in the learning management system test environment, and measure how well the instruction works.

Responsibilities

• Work with team members to plan instructional delivery and build blended learning strategies that combine face-to-face and online instruction
• Lay the instructional design groundwork for classroom and eLearning courses
• Review instructional design plans, courses, and supporting materials with Government colleagues for quality and peer feedback
• Create professional-level presentation materials
• Meet regularly with project stakeholders, including clients, subject matter experts, and end users
• Run needs, job, task, and gap analyses to decide whether instruction is the right solution
• Track work and schedules so you finish projects within development parameters
• Deliver quality instruction for adult learners in a fast-paced, changing work environment

Requirements

• At least a minimum of six (6) years' experience without an appropriate degree
• Practical-level knowledge and expertise of instructional design processes and terminology

Preferred Requirements

• Practical experience with Blackboard
• Working knowledge of Adobe Captivate or other eLearning tools

Who We Are

DarkStar Intelligence delivers mission-critical support to national security operations across intelligence, cybersecurity, technology, and operational support domains. We partner with government customers to strengthen decision advantage, enhance operational readiness, and advance mission success in complex and evolving threat environments.

Why Work at DarkStar?

At DarkStar Intelligence, you’ll contribute directly to high-impact national security missions while growing your professional capabilities in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuous development within a mission-focused team culture.

ADA Accommodations Statement

DarkStar Intelligence is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DarkStar Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

E-Verify Participation

DarkStar Intelligence participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees in accordance with applicable law.

Benefits Overview

DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Professional development and training opportunities