DOW SkillBridge Unmanned Systems Aircraft Instructional Systems Design Intern

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company who focuses on designing building securing and operating cutting-edge software solutions that drive mission success and operational excellence for Federal Government organizations. We are currently seeking a highly motivated transitioning Service Member to support training and instructional content development for Unmanned Systems (UxS) programs.

The UxS Instructional Design SkillBridge Intern will help create improve and standardize training materials for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Counter-UAS (C-UAS) autonomy mission planning flight operations maintenance and emerging technologies. The intern will work with subject matter experts operators engineers and program managers to develop learning products that improve operator proficiency and mission effectiveness.

This SkillBridge intern will assist in designing and developing engaging learning experiences for PSIs UAS training and certification programs. Day-to-day activities include conducting needs analyses collaborating with subject matter experts and supporting the creation of AI-driven curricula and course materials that align with industry standards and learning objectives. The Instructional Designer will help structure content for online and blended delivery develop assessments and practical learning activities and support course deployment and management through learning management systems.

• Position Type: DOW SkillBridge(Fellowship/Internship) Fulltime Temporary (Unpaid per DoD policy)
  
• Duration: 12 weeks (target dates flexible based on command approval and candidate availability)
  
• Location: Valparaiso FL - PSI Innovation Facility (on-site)

• Design and develop instructor-led virtual and self-paced training materials.
• Create courseware lesson plans student guides training presentations and practical exercises.
• Convert technical and operational requirements into effective learning content.
• Support development of training programs for UAS operators maintainers and mission planners.
• Assist with multimedia content creation including videos graphics and job aids.
• Conduct training needs analyses and identify gaps in existing curricula.
• Support validation testing and continuous improvement of instructional materials.
• Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to maintain technical accuracy of course content.
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional systems design methodologies throughout course development.

• Eligibility:Currently serving U.S. Service Member eligible for DoD SkillBridge (command approval).
• Experience:
  • Experience as a UAS operator instructor evaluator mission planner maintainer or related military specialty.
  • Familiarity with military training development processes and adult learning concepts.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience developing PowerPoint presentations lesson plans or training documentation.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to organize technical information into clear and effective instructional content.

• UAS C-UAS robotics autonomy or aviation experience.
• Familiarity with ADDIE ISD SAT or other instructional design frameworks.
• Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Video editing graphic design or multimedia development experience.
• Knowledge of Tactical Android Kit (TAK) mission planning systems or DoD operational environments.

• Upon completion the intern will be prepared for roles such as:
  • Instructional Designer
  • Training Specialist
  • Technical Trainer
  • UAS Training Developer
  • Curriculum Manager
  • Learning & Development Specialist
  • UxS Program Support Analyst

• Tools and Templates:
  • The intern will use PSI-approved tools and templates to support consistent course development. Example deliverables may include course design documents lesson plan templates instructor guides student guides practical exercise templates assessment rubrics storyboard templates job aids LMS upload checklists and course evaluation forms.
• Application and Selection Process:
  • Interested SkillBridge candidates should submit a resume availability window SkillBridge approval status clearance status and a brief summary of relevant UAS training instructional design or technical documentation experience. PSI will review candidate qualifications confirm program fit and coordinate next steps with the candidate and applicable transition office.

• Compensation & Status
  • This is anunpaidDoDSkillBridgeopportunity for qualifying transitioning Service Members.
  • Participantsremainonactive-dutyorders and continue to receive military pay/benefits from their Service during the fellowship.

PSI offers full-time benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave and options for employer sponsored group medical dental vision short-term and long-term disability life insurance AD&D coverage legal services identity theft and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical dental and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses certifications and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions including but not limited to recruiting hiring training promotion compensation benefits and termination are made without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation pregnancy gender identity genetic information national origin citizenship status veteran status protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact Human Resources by emailing or by dialing .