Technical Training Specialist

Aleron; Town of Elma (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Elma, NY is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Technical Training Specialist to design and deliver engaging learning experiences for our aerospace and defense client base.

This 12-month contract role focuses on instructional design across e-learning modules, ILT, and job aids, collaborating with technical SMEs to identify learning needs and deliver impactful solutions. Proficiency with Articulate 360 and SCORM is required, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in instructional design or related field.
• 3+ years of instructional design experience and development.
• 3+ years of experience with SCORM and Articulate 360.
• Experience with e-learning content development and LMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop e-learning modules, ILT sessions, and job aids.
• Assess learning needs and identify skills gaps with SMEs.
• Ensure content aligns with organizational objectives and is accurate.
• Apply ADDIE/SAM models and adult learning principles.
• Manage projects, track progress, and iterate based on feedback.

Skills

e-learning authoring

instructional design

ADDIE SAM ROPES

excellent communication

AI content development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate 360

SCORM

SABA Cloud LMS

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Job description

Job Title: Technical Training Specialist

Location: Elma, NY

Employment Type: Contract (12 months)

Industry: Aerospace and Defense

Compensation: $35.00/ hr

Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. - (1st shifts)

About the Opportunity

• We're looking for a creative and detail-oriented Instructional Designer to develop engaging, effective learning experiences that support organizational growth and employee development.
• In this role, you'll partner with technical and functional subject matter experts to identify learning needs, address skills gaps, and deliver impactful training solutions.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop engaging learning materials, including e-learning modules, instructor-led training, and job aids.
• Conduct learning needs assessments and analyze learner requirements to identify skills gaps and development opportunities.
• Collaborate with technical and functional subject matter experts to ensure training content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Apply instructional design models and adult learning principles to create effective and engaging learning experiences.
• Manage instructional design projects by coordinating activities, maintaining documentation, communicating progress, and continuously evaluating and improving learning materials based on feedback and outcomes.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design.
• 3+ years of experience in instructional design Models and development.
• 3+ years of experience with e-learning verification tools (SCORM).
• 3+ years of experience with Articulate 360
• 3+ years of experience with Business Collaboration
• 3+ years of experience developing SCORM-compliant learning modules
• 3+ years of experience with Project Management
• 3+ years of experience with Web-based training development

What Sets You Apart

• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Good understanding of instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, ROPES).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) and other educational technologies.
• Instructional Design certification with an industry leader, such as ATD.
• Ability to apply AI tools to accelerate content development, including text, visual, video, avatar, and voice-based assets.
• Proficiency with multimedia tools such as graphic design (Photoshop), animation (Vyond), audio (Wellsaid Labs), and video (Premiere).
• AI content development.
• Audio Editing using Adobe Audition.
• Image editing using Photoshop.
• Instructional Design Certification.
• SABA Cloud LMS.
• Video Editing using Adobe Premier Pro.
• Vyond Animation.
• Wellsaid Labs Audio generation.

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.