Instructional Designer
Costa Mesa, CA - USA
Job Summary
Role Overview
We are seeking a talented and innovative Instructional Designer to join the Test & Evaluation Training this role you will be responsible for creating compelling and effective visual content that supports the delivery of training materials and enhances learning experiences for diverse audiences. You will collaborate with instructional designers trainers subject matter experts (SMEs) and other stakeholders to develop engaging training content in a variety of formats. Your work will contribute to the success of our training programs by translating complex concepts into visually engaging and accessible materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with SMEs engineers product teams operators maintainers and pilots to identify training requirements and define clear learning outcomes.
- Conduct needs assessments to identify skill gaps and align training programs with business objectives.
- Design and develop curriculum frameworks course outlines evaluation and instructional materials using the ADDIE and Kirkpatrick models and other instructional design methodologies.
- Translate complex technical information into engaging and digestible learning experiences for diverse audiences.
- Create content for blended learning formats including instructor-led training (ILT) e-learning modules job aids and hands-on practicals in support of both Train-the-Trainer and direct-to-customer deliverables
- Incorporate adult learning theory and industry best practices to drive knowledge retention engagement and performance outcomes.
- Partner with content creators trainers and other Training Team members to ensure programs are effectively delivered and assessed.
- Maintain version control documentation standards and compliance with internal training systems and platforms.
- Assist in the refinement of learner-facing training materials including Microsoft Powerpoint Adobe InDesign Figma and other presentation platforms.
- Assist in creating templates and visual standards to ensure consistency across all training products.
- Travel to test sites to observe capture content and validate that materials match reality.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Instructional Design Educational Technology Instructional Design Systems Multimedia Design or a related field.
- 3 years of professional instructional design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing a variety of design styles and projects.
- Demonstrated expertise in applying instructional design models (ADDIE SAM Kirkpatrick) and adult learning principles to create effective training programs.
- Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g. Articulate Storyline Rise Adobe Captivate or similar platforms) and experience creating SCORM or xAPI-compliant content.
- Experience conducting needs assessments learning objectives development and course evaluation strategies.
- Strong ability to translate complex technical information into clear engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences.
- Proficiency with content creation and editing tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint Adobe Acrobat and collaborative platforms like Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with SMEs trainers and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the defense aerospace or highly regulated technical industry with an understanding of complex technical products and training requirements.
- Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Learning Experience Platforms (LXP) including content integration and reporting.
- Experience with video editing or multimedia production tools (e.g. Camtasia Adobe Premiere Pro After Effects) to support blended learning solutions.
- Familiarity with Air Force or other U.S. military training programs including their standards and operational constraints.
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance
US Salary Range
$98000 - $130000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:
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