Instructional Systems Design (ISD) Specialist

Oneida Professional Services (OPS) is actively seeking a highly motivated full-time Instructional Systems Design (ISD) Specialist for the FAA Corporate Training Solutions Division.

Location:

Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC)

6500 South MacArthur Blvd.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma 73169

*This position is contingent on the award of a federal contract.

Compensation: $35.66 Hour

Position Summary

The Instructional Systems Design (ISD) Specialist supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Corporate Training Solutions Division at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) by performing all functions necessary to design develop and produce high-quality instructional materials for new and revised training courses. The ISD Specialist applies the Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodology to ensure course design development and delivery align with established FAA training objectives standards and policies.

This position requires collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs) instructional designers multimedia specialists technical writers and other project personnel throughout all phases of the Analysis Design Development Implementation and Evaluation (ADDIE) process.

Primary Responsibilities

Instructional Design & Development

• Plan design and develop training materials and instructional products in accordance with the ISD methodology and FAA Corporate Training Solutions Division standards.
• Participate in development teamsincluding SMEs writers graphic artists and web developersto produce web-based instructor-led and blended training courses.
• Apply adult learning principles instructional theories and systematic design processes to develop effective performance-based training materials.
• Develop and revise instructional products such as lesson plans student and instructor guides handouts exercises storyboards e-learning modules videos and performance assessments.
• Ensure all instructional content adheres to FAA branding and quality standards and aligns with identified learning objectives.

Research & Innovation

• Research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies and methods (e.g. simulations gaming AI-driven learning virtual/augmented reality).
• Recommend integration of innovative solutions into existing or new training programs consistent with FAA policy and guidance.
• Conduct studies to assess training effectiveness and identify program improvements impacting technical training quality and performance.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Coordinate with FAA personnel and stakeholders to validate training objectives content and outcomes.
• Develop and maintain documentation of instructional design processes version tracking and program evaluation results.
• Deliver training using approved materials and teaching methods including lectures demonstrations discussions and lab exercises.
• Conduct classroom administration duties including orientation attendance tracking roster maintenance and submission of final grades and feedback reports.

Reporting & Quality Assurance

• Prepare reports and recommendations for training program improvements based on evaluation findings and stakeholder input.
• Ensure all instructional materials comply with FAAs Training and Evaluation Branch standards the Training Materials Guide and Corporate Training Solutions Division policies.
• Apply quality assurance principles to confirm technical accuracy instructional soundness and compliance with FAA standards.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education

• Required: Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) in Education Instructional Design Instructional Technology or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in any combination of the following areas:
  • Designing or developing adult education or training programs that apply learning theory and instructional systems design principles.
  • Developing or revising instructional materials aligned with specific learning objectives and occupational requirements.
  • Performing analysis coordination and development of training components for institutional or occupational programs.
  • Advising leadership on training design policy planning review or research.
  • Developing training materials and courseware integrating multimedia or web-based components.

Specialized Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of advanced training technologies such as interactive computer-based instruction simulations or virtual learning environments.
• Proficiency in the following software applications:
  • Microsoft: Word Excel PowerPoint
  • Articulate: Storyline 3 or Storyline 360
  • Adobe: Captivate and Creative Suite
  • TechSmith: Camtasia

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of instructional systems design (ISD) principles and the ADDIE process.
• Ability to apply adult learning theories human performance improvement models and instructional evaluation methodologies.
• Excellent writing proofreading and editing skills with attention to consistency and detail.
• Proficiency with eLearning authoring and multimedia development tools.
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional development teams and meet project milestones.

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and meet FAA security clearance requirements.
• Ability to work on-site at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) and coordinate directly with FAA and contractor personnel.

About Us:

The Oneida ESC Group is a family of companies owned by the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin that delivers customer-focused engineering science and construction services worldwide.

Our family of companies includes:

• Oneida ESC Group (OESC)
• Oneida Professional Services (OPS)
• Oneida Total Integrated Enterprises (OTIE)
• Mission Support Services (MS2)
• Sustainment & Restoration Services (SRS)
• Oneida Engineering Solutions (OES)
• General Mechanical Corporation (GMC)
• LG2 Environmental Solutions (LG2)
• Oneida Environmental (OE)

We integrate our staff for dedicated cooperative and business-like delivery of services to enhance our customers missions.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Oneida ESC Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Oneida ESC Group participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program. ESC Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. Oneida ESC Group makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.