Instructional Systems Designer, Mid (Navy/DoD)

THOR Solutions, LLC is actively seeking a Mid-Level Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to provide technical expertise and training support for the U.S. Navy in Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA. The ISD will be part of a Training Team responsible for the development of training curricula in support of customer and program objectives. This includes the development of training products using a systematic approach, adult learning theories, learning technologies, and industry best practices for instructional design.This is a temporary position, with an ASAP start and anticipated October 2026 end with a high chance of follow on work to be re-awarded.Typical ResponsibilitiesData analysis, Job Duty Task Analysis (JDTA), and Front End Analysis (FEA) for courseware development.Development of training material and assessments that meet specified Learning Objectives (LO) and goals.Needs analysis to determine the appropriate content.Selection of appropriate learning media to meet learning needs.Development of various training products, including Course Description Documents (CDD), Course Master Schedules (CMS), LOs, Trainee Guides (TG), PowerPoints (PPT), Lesson Plans (LP), and Job Sheets (JS).Ability to develop content using various authoring tools and Learning Management Systems (LMS).Development of Checks on Learning, Test Plans, and valid test questions to support LOs.Use of Authoring Instructional Material (AIM) II, AIM Content Planning Module (CPM), and/or AIM Learning Object Module (LOM).Strong Quality Assurance (QA) skills for all training products.Maintenance of accurate training product records and files.LocationFull time onsite at THOR office in Virginia Beach, VA.TravelUp to 15% travel is anticipated.Typical Physical ActivityPrimarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: traversing shipboard environments (e.g., confined spaces, ladders, hatches) or vision.Typical Pay RangeThe anticipated pay for this position in the identified location(s) is $70,000 - $75,000/year. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience.Existing SECRET Security Clearance RequiredThis position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. A candidate without a clearance but with highly relevant experience may be considered, but a clearance must still be obtained prior to hire.Typical Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesBachelor's degree in business, technical, or other relevant discipline.Five (5) to ten (10) years of relevant professional experience developing training curricula and products in a US Navy/DoD environment.Strongly self-motivated, self-directed, and able to work independently with minimal daily oversight to accomplish complex goals.Experience with the Authoring Instructional Material (AIM) II, AIM Content Planning Module (CPM), and AIM Learning Object Module (LOM) software applications.Experience creating training development products in the NAVEDTRA 130 series format.Experience with Navy instructional analysis.Ability to read, interpret, organize, and synthesize source material and Government Furnished Information (GFI) into well‑written, concise learning products.Ability to understand and apply Integrated Learning Environment (ILE) principles and guidelines for the design and development of training products.Ability to develop learning strategies, assessment strategies, and author training products to close identified training gaps.Excellent computer skills, including expert‑level proficiency in Microsoft Office software and other common productivity and collaboration software.Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.Strong Quality Assurance (QA) skills.Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExperience with various authoring tools/LMSs.Experience with the development of mechanical and/or electrical theory/engineering courses.Experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Jira.Benefit OfferingsAlong with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Paid Time Off (accrued)Paid Holidays401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth optionsMedical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental CoverageDental Insurance (2 plan options)Vision Insurance PlanHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsCommuter/Transit BenefitsBasic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability InsuranceSupplemental Life InsurancePet BenefitsLegal ResourcesID Theft BenefitsEmployee Assistant Plan and Work‑Life ProgramVoluntary Leave Transfer ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Referral ProgramPlease be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran's Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation's most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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