Senior Instructional Systems Designer — TS/SCI

Peraton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a creative and detail-oriented Instructional Systems Designer to design and develop engaging learning solutions for a high-visibility government IC contract. You’ll collaborate with ISDs to craft innovative, learner-centered experiences that meet complex client requirements and promote effective knowledge transfer.

The role emphasizes graphic/web-based training design, 508-compliant deliverables, collaboration with SMEs, and staying current with industry tools to continuously

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 18 years of professional experience with a Bachelor's degree, 10 years with a Master's degree, or 24 years without a degree.
• At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience in instructional design and eLearning development, with a portfolio that demonstrates strong technical and creative skills.
• Expertise in using Adobe Captivate and Articulate Storyline for course development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop both instructor-led and WBT materials, including training plans, storyboards, narrative scripts, graphics, assessments, and practical exercises.
• Partner with SMEs to translate client business requirements into learning objectives and solutions.
• Create and manage all phases of course development, from analysis and design to development and delivery, including eLearning modules, instructor guides, job aids, and multimedia content.
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to ensure content is pedagogically effective and meets learner needs.
• Use graphic design tools and multimedia techniques to produce interactive course materials that maximize learner engagement and retention.
• Ensure all deliverables meet Section 508 compliance standards.
• Provide guidance on multimedia platforms and learning management systems (LMS).
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design tools, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve course materials and learning experiences.
• Design and develop high quality, compliant instructor-led and WBT materials, including training plans, storyboards, narrative scripts, graphics, assessments, and practical exercises.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Instructional design

eLearning development

Portfolio

Graphic design sense

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design / Educational Technology / Computer Science

18+ years experience with Bachelor's

Tools

Adobe Captivate

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Premiere

InDesign

3D modeling software

Job description

Peraton seeks a creative and detail-oriented Instructional Systems Designer to design and develop engaging learning solutions for a high-visibility government IC contract. You’ll collaborate with ISDs to craft innovative, learner-centered experiences that meet complex client requirements and promote effective knowledge transfer.

The role emphasizes graphic/web-based training design, 508-compliant deliverables, collaboration with SMEs, and staying current with industry tools to continuously