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Instructional Systems Designer
ADDIE
Edtech.com's Summary
SAIC is hiring an Instructional Systems Designer to support their TenCAP HOPE program by conducting training needs assessments, analyzing training data, and designing comprehensive instructional solutions for complex technical systems. The role involves collaboration with engineers and subject-matter experts to develop and evaluate learning experiences, ensuring alignment with job performance requirements.
Highlights
- Conduct Training Needs Assessment (TNA), Training Situation Analysis (TSA), and parts of Training Systems Requirements Analysis (TSRA).
- Analyze existing training and deconstruct training tasks, media, and instructional strategies.
- Develop data collection strategies and tools; collect data from students, instructors, and receiving units.
- Collaborate closely with subject-matter experts to validate technical content and ensure accuracy.
- Perform statistical data analysis and develop training analysis reports with actionable recommendations.
- Design end-to-end instructional solutions including ILT, VILT, eLearning, blended learning, and performance support tools.
- Conduct formative and summative evaluations and recommend data-driven enhancements.
- Expertise required in ADDIE, adult learning theory, performance-based design, and DoD/DoW Training.
- Must hold a Secret clearance and be a US Citizen.
- Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000 based on experience.
Instructional Systems Designer Full Description
Instructional Systems Designer
Job ID: 2615689
Location: Remote Work, TX, United States
Date Posted: Aug 15, 2026
Category: Training
Subcategory: Instr Sys Design
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
Benefits: Click here
Location: Remote Work, TX, United States
Date Posted: Aug 15, 2026
Category: Training
Subcategory: Instr Sys Design
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
Benefits: Click here
Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking an experienced Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) with a strong background in front-end training analysis, training needs assessment (TNA), and curriculum design of high‑impact learning solutions for complex technical systems.
This is a remote position supporting our TenCAP HOPE program, with some travel to AF bases
The ideal candidate excels at collecting, analyzing, and interpreting training analysis data, conducting root cause analysis and developing high-level design strategies for instructionally sound learning experiences. They must be comfortable collaborating with engineers, program managers, and subject-matter experts in fast‑paced development environments. A background in training execution and analysis, knowledge of instructional design basics, and knowledge and/or experience of training in a military environment a plus.
Requirements:
- Conduct a combination of Training Needs Assessment (TNA), Training Situation Analysis (TSA), and parts of a Training Systems Requirements Analysis (TSRA) in line with DOW guidance.
- Analyze current training across the pipeline and deconstruct training tasks, media, and instructional strategies.
- Develop data collection strategies, protocol, and tools.
- Collect and validate job and training tasks to ensure alignment between training and job performance requirements.
- Collect data from current and former students, instructors and receiving units using surveys, focus groups, and interviews.
- Work closely with SMEs to gather and validate highly technical content and ensure accuracy across deliverables.
- Conduct statistical data analysis.
- Develop training analysis reports including descriptive data analysis and courses of action.
- Design end‑to‑end instructional solutions for complex systems, including ILT, VILT, eLearning, blended learning, and performance support tools.
- Conduct formative and summative evaluations of learning solutions; recommend enhancements based on data-driven insights.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's and six (6) years’ experience; or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree
- Demonstrated expertise with training needs analysis and job task analysis methodologies.
- Strong command of ADDIE, adult learning theory, and performance-based design principles.
- Experience in DoD/DoW Training.
- Experience working with teams of diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to manage priorities across multiple programs and meet deadlines in dynamic environments.
- US Citizen and Secret Clearance
Desired:
- Masters degree in ISD, I/O psychology, or HPT with training analysis experience.
- 7+ years of experience designing training for complex technical or engineering-driven systems (e.g., aerospace, defense, avionics, cyber, or advanced manufacturing).
- Experience conducting training analysis in the DoD, preferably Air Force.
- Experience with Air Force air crew training processes.
- Familiarity building competency models.
- Experience using the ADDIE or AGILE training development methodology.
- Experience designing and developing training in a military setting.
Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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