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Instructional Designer

🇺🇸 McLean, Virginia 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $75K - $140K 💻 Instructional Design 🗓️ November 4th, 2026
LMS Curriculum ADDIE

Edtech.com's Summary

Steampunk is hiring an Instructional Designer. The role builds the onboarding and training program that helps users at a federal client adopt new systems and processes, working with a cross-functional team of designers and technical experts. The designer analyzes existing training materials and business processes to find learning gaps, then develops and delivers the training.

Highlights
  • Analyze end users, existing training materials, and business processes to identify learning gaps and tailor training to the diverse needs of the people using the new systems.
  • Develop interactive training materials, including videos, user guides, and gamified learning, grounded in learner theories such as ADDIE, Bloom's, and SAM.
  • Coordinate with subject matter experts to research learning content and structure learning paths, and decide how to use knowledge checks and compliance tracking.
  • Lead training development and delivery, administer the learning management system, and build a feedback loop for continued improvement.
  • Establish metrics to measure user adoption and plan long-term governance to sustain the training programs and materials.
  • 4+ years of experience in education, training, HR, or a related field, with knowledge of the full training life cycle and of contemporary learning management software platforms.
  • Experience working in a multidisciplinary delivery team with UX/UI designers, technologists, data scientists, engineers, solution architects, and change managers; bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in training and instructional design.
  • Must be able to obtain a U.S. government Public Trust security clearance; previous federal government or consulting experience is a bonus.
  • Projected pay range of $75,000 to $140,000 per year.

Instructional Designer Full Description

Overview: 
As an Instructional Designer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive onboarding and training program in support of our Federal client. You will work as part of a cross-functional team—including designers and technical experts—engaging with stakeholders and end-users to develop an effective approach and ensure adoption of new systems and processes. Contributions: 
  • Outline and understand end users to create training appropriate to meet their diverse needs
  • Analyze existing training materials and business processes to identify learning gaps/needs and opportunities for improvement
  • Research appropriate learning content and coordinate with Subject Matter Experts to structure learning paths 
  • Develop interactive and engaging training materials using a variety of modalities (videos, user guides, gamified learning, etc.) with learner theories in mind (ADDIE, Bloom’s, SAM, etc.) to create dynamic learning experiences 
  • Determine utilization of knowledge checks and compliance tracking 
  • Lead the training development and delivery
  • Establish metrics and measure user adoption 
  • Facilitate learning management system administration, usage, and develop feedback loop for enhancement 
  • Consider long-term governance for sustaining training programs and materials 
Qualifications: 
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. government Public Trust Security Clearance
  • 4+ years of experience in Education, Training, HR, or related field
  • Thorough knowledge of the full training life cycle and demonstrated ability to develop and implement
  • Knowledge of contemporary learning management software platforms
  • Experience with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques
  • Ability to convey complex information in a way that people understand
  • Experience collaborating within a multi-disciplinary delivery team including UX/UI designers, technologists, data scientists, engineers, solution architects, and change managers 
  • A collaborative nature with excellent written communication and presentation skills  
  • Familiarity with Design Thinking and a natural curiosity for solving problems coupled with strong analytical skills  
  • Experience working in a project-based environment  
  • Proficiency in MS Office and in database software
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Training and Instructional Design
Bonus Points
  • Previous work experience in or with the federal government 
  • Previous work experience as a consultant 
 About 
steampunk: 
Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $140,000.  The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.  
 
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
 
Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors.  Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.