Instructional Systems Designer

CTEC is a leading technology firm that provides modernization, digital transformation, and application development services to the U.S. Federal Government. Headquartered in McLean, VA, CTEC has over 300 team members working on mission-critical systems and projects for agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service, and the Office of Personnel Management. The work we do effects millions of U.S. citizens daily as they interact with the systems we build. Our best-in-class commercial solutions, modified for our customers’ bespoke mission requirements, are enabling this future every day.

The Company has experienced rapid growth over the past 3 years and recently received a strategic investment from Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN). In addition to our recent growth in Federal Civilian agencies, we are seeking to our capabilities in cloud development and footprint in national-security focused agencies within the Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Community.

Position Overview

We are seeking highly qualified Instructional Systems Designers (ISDs) to support the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of training and educational programs. The selected candidates will apply instructional design principles, learning theories, and evaluation methodologies to create effective training solutions that meet organizational and mission requirements.

The Instructional Systems Designers will be responsible for conducting training analyses, developing instructional materials, evaluating training effectiveness, and supporting the full instructional systems development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, implement, and evaluate training programs and instructional materials using established instructional systems design methodologies.

Conduct training needs assessments, job task analyses, and learning requirement studies.

Apply adult learning principles and instructional design best practices to improve training effectiveness.

Develop instructor-led, blended, and technology-enabled learning solutions.

Create learning objectives, lesson plans, participant guides, instructor materials, assessments, and evaluation instruments.

Develop and administer written examinations, performance assessments, surveys, and other evaluation tools.

Analyze training outcomes and recommend improvements based on evaluation data.

Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), stakeholders, and program personnel to ensure training materials meet mission requirements.

Utilize educational technologies and learning management systems to support training delivery and management.

Maintain compliance with applicable government, agency, and organizational standards.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution that includes coursework in at least four (4) of the following five (5) areas:

Learning Theory, Psychology of Learning, or Educational Psychology

Study of learning theories as they relate to the systematic design, development, and validation of instructional materials.

Instructional Design Practices

Study of principles and techniques used in designing training programs, developing instructional design strategies and models, and improving instructional effectiveness.

Educational Evaluation

Study of techniques for evaluating instructional and educational programs, including development of written tests, performance assessments, surveys, and evaluation instruments.

Instructional Product Development

Study of methods used to develop training materials, identify learner characteristics, define objectives, apply instructional strategies, validate training products, and evaluate training effectiveness.

Computers in Education and Training

Study of the application of computer technologies in education and training, including the selection and utilization of appropriate software and learning technologies.

Experience

Demonstrated knowledge of instructional systems design methodologies, training development, and educational evaluation techniques.

Experience conducting training studies, analyses, assessments, and instructional development projects.

Experience developing training materials, learning objectives, assessments, and evaluation instruments.

Proficiency with instructional technologies, learning management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Security Requirements

Must possess a current Tier 1 (T1) Background Investigation or be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Tier 1 (T1)/Basic Background Investigation (BBI).

Must be eligible to work on a U.S. Government contract.

Work Location

Position is 100% onsite at Joint Base San Antonio – Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas.

Telework or remote work is not authorized.

Medical and Immunization Requirements

In accordance with Air Force guidelines, contractors must provide proof of immunization or laboratory-confirmed immunity for the following:

Tuberculosis (TB) Skin Test or Approved Blood Assay Screening

Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Acellular Pertussis (Tdap)

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) screening

Mumps, Rubeola, and Rubella (MMR)

Varicella (Chickenpox)

Hepatitis B (HBV)

Hepatitis A (HAV)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, or federal government training programs.

Knowledge of the ADDIE instructional design model and related training development frameworks.

Experience with eLearning authoring tools and learning management systems.

Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Cybermedia Technologies management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, where applicable and available, reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position. Please note: Candidate(s) will be required to go through pre-employment screening.

If you are looking for a fun and challenging environment with talented, motivated people to work with, CTEC is the right place for you. In addition to employee salary, we offer an array of employee benefits including:

Paid vacation & Sick leave

Health insurance coverage

Career training

Performance bonus programs

401K contribution & Employer Match

11 Federal Holidays