Instructional Designer Job at The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly

Overview The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. The Aerospace University (AU) seeks a creative learning professional to devise strategic approaches for learning needs and performance development opportunities. The Instructional Designer (Instructional Designer Staff III) is responsible for creating learning programs in support of business operations, finance, software, project management, and related development needs. This role focuses on scalable learning modules across The Aerospace Corporation and adapting to various learning styles. The Instructional Designer will partner with the AU team, subject matter experts, and others to create an impactful learning experience for participants.

Location : The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA.

What You’ll Be Doing Utilizes sound Instructional Design theories, models, and standards to ensure development and delivery of effective learning activities and solutions.

Works with subject matter experts to design, develop, and deploy eLearning and face-to-face or virtual instructor-led sessions using adult learning principles to enhance the learning experience.

Develops relevant videos, audio, and images; creates role and subject-based curriculum and learning paths from existing content; composes effective advertisements, ad copy, instructional text, audio / video scripts, visual program maps, job aids, and other business communications.

Creates solid visual aesthetics and ensures cohesiveness and completeness in deliverables (e.g. constructs visually appealing work, curates thoughtful and purposeful content, designs thorough products).

Manages complex learning-related initiatives as a business partner with internal and external customers; creates detailed lesson and project plans, communicating changes to AU leadership throughout the design process.

Facilitates and delivers in-person and virtual courses on a variety of business topics that support strategic business needs; creates supporting resources as needed (facilitator guides, job aids, leader guides, participant workbooks).

Collaborates with AU leadership on budget for portfolio design, development, and delivery; allocates funds to subject-matter-experts, vendors, and trainers; monitors time and expenses to ensure they do not exceed budget; requests additional funds as needed with business justification; works with AU leadership, external departments, and other Enterprise services teams, and the AU Learning Operations Lead for future budget planning.

Collaborates with AU leaders and stakeholders across the Corporation to determine annual development priorities for Aerospace; responds to change management needs to support future iterations and updates to learning programs.

Collaborates with AU leaders to create and execute an effective communication strategy for business programs leveraging available communication channels, platforms, and technology.

Reports out portfolio key accomplishments, milestones achieved, planned projects, student participation levels, and progress towards AU goals on a quarterly basis.

Manages relationships with technical subject matter experts, educators, vendors (i.e. schedules, facilitates planning, design and development brainstorming, check-in status meetings with subject-matter-experts).

What You Need to be Successful - Instructional Designer Staff III Minimum Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Education, Business, or related field

Six or more years of experience in Instructional Design or Learning Development.

Experience developing learning solutions and deliverables based on knowledge of learning methodologies, cognitive science, user-centered design research.

Skill in designing blueprints, schematics, or other visual representations of learning solutions (i.e. wireframes, storyboards, mock-ups).

Experience developing online courseware using storyline, captivate, or equivalent industry-standard e-learning development tools.

Experience using collaboration technology such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.

How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these :

Advanced degree in Human Resources Development, Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Education, Business, or related field

Experience in learning design, learning operations, classroom facilitation, or education environments

Experience facilitating training for corporate audiences

Experience with Articulate Storyline or other industry standard course authoring tools

Professional certifications such as CPLP

Experience with systems (e.g. Cornerstone, LinkedIn Learning, Workday)

Experience sourcing vendors for delivery and evaluating vendor content for licensing purposes

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package; the grade-based pay range is listed below. Individual salaries are determined based on education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

(Min - Max) 84,600 - 126,900

Pay Basis : Annual

Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple : every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. We seek individuals who :

Operate Strategically

Lead Change

Engage with Impact

Foster Innovation

Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees Details of our benefits are provided during the interview process. Benefits vary by job type. Highlights include :

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Flexible work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan with company-paid contributions based on years of service

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds, yet we share a belief that we can make a difference. This core belief powers our work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance with the application process, please contact us by phone or email. You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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