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BAE Systems, Inc.

Technology Instructor/Instructional Systems Designer

🇺🇸 Annapolis Junction, Maryland 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $133K - $226K 💻 Instructional Design 🗓️ September 15th, 2026
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BAE Systems is hiring a Technology Instructor/Instructional Systems Designer to join a high-performing Agile team supporting complex defense and national security programs. The role involves designing, developing, and delivering technical training solutions for enterprise server, network, and platform environments while coordinating with engineering and program teams to maintain comprehensive instructional materials.

Highlights
  • Design, develop, and maintain instructor-led and blended learning technical training solutions.
  • Create certification-focused training programs, written course instructions, and technical learning products for server, network, and platform administration.
  • Analyze technical documentation and system specifications to identify training needs and develop related instructional content.
  • Deliver competency-based instructor-led training using various instructional methods and technologies.
  • Proficient with Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022) and Linux system administration.
  • Required to hold and currently possess a Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.
  • At least 12 years of relevant technical training experience including a minimum of 5 years in instructional systems design or curriculum development.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and experience managing multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Salary range from $132,962 to $226,035 with comprehensive employee benefits.
  • Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Instructional Design or related fields, experience supporting DoD/IC training programs, and familiarity with networking technologies and e-learning tools like Articulate Storyline.

Technology Instructor/Instructional Systems Designer Full Description

Technology Instructor/Instructional Systems Designer

Business Intelligence & Security

Req # 129590BR

Location Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States

Physical Location Full-time onsite

Job Category Engineering & Technology

Posted Date 09/14/2026
  
Clearance Level - Must Be Able to ObtainTop Secret/SCI Polygraph

U.S. Person RequiredYes

Travel Percentage<10%

Clearance Level - Must Currently PossessTop Secret/SCI Polygraph

U.S. Citizenship RequiredYes

Is Relocation AvailableNo

Job Description
Looking for an Exciting Career Move? It is Waiting for You at BAE Systems!

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

A Technology Instructor/ISD is needed to join a high-performing Agile team operating within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) in support of a complex, fast-paced program. In this role, the selected candidate will analyze, design, develop, implement, and maintain technical training solutions for enterprise server, network, and platform environments. The candidate will support the creation and delivery of certification-focused training programs, Written Course of Instruction (WCI) materials, and other technical learning products, while also performing task analysis, content development, course maintenance, and instructional delivery to meet program requirements.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain instructor-led and blended learning solutions.
  • Develop technical training content supporting server, network, and platform administration requirements.
  • Deliver competency-based training for users of technical systems using a variety of instructional methods and learning technologies.
  • Analyze engineering documentation, system specifications, technical manuals, and operational procedures to identify training needs.
  • Develop lesson plans, instructor guides, student guides, job aids, laboratory exercises, assessments, and performance support materials.
  • Conduct training effectiveness evaluations and maintain related metrics and reporting.
  • Support course validation, pilot delivery, configuration management, and content updates.
  • Maintain WCI products and associated instructional documentation.
  • Coordinate training product development activities with engineering, technical writing, and program support teams.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • At least 12 years of relevant experience in technical training, instructional delivery, curriculum development, and/or technology-focused education, with experience supporting enterprise IT, server, network, and platform environments.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in instructional systems design, curriculum development, or technical training development.
  • Experience developing technical training solutions for enterprise IT, networking, server administration, or similar technology environments, preferably in a collaborative team setting.
  • Working knowledge of Windows Server administration, including Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022.
  • Working knowledge of Linux system administration.
  • Experience delivering instructor-led technical training using multiple applications or platforms.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • In-depth experience developing technical documentation, training materials, and instructional content.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent development efforts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Adult Learning, Education, Technical Communication, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technologies, or a related discipline.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), Federal Government, or contractor-led training programs.
  • Experience developing and delivering technical training for enterprise IT environments.
  • Knowledge of enterprise networking technologies, including firewalls, load balancers, intrusion detection systems/network intrusion detection systems (IDS/NIDS), network address translation (NAT), port address translation (PAT), virtual local area networks (VLANs), access control lists (ACLs), and cloud networking architectures.
  • Experience with Cisco Nexus and Cisco Catalyst platforms.
  • Experience troubleshooting enterprise servers, systems, and network infrastructure.
  • Experience managing training development projects across the full Instructional Systems Development lifecycle.
  • Experience developing technical publications, user guides, operational procedures, requirements documentation, and training manuals.
  • Experience with HTML, JavaScript, Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate, or similar development tools.
  • Familiarity with virtualization, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data center technology

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.