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Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking an experienced Instructional Systems Designer to support critical national security missions in Springfield, VA.

Responsibilities include:

Collaborate with subject matter experts, scientists, and clients to identify learning requirements and recommend effective training solutions.

Design learner-centered synchronous, asynchronous, and performance support materials to improve workforce performance.

Apply instructional design methodologies, including ADDIE and SAM, to develop engaging and interactive learning experiences.

Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, solicit feedback, and incorporate innovative learning delivery approaches throughout the development process.

Conduct regular stakeholder meetings to ensure learning solutions align with mission objectives and user needs.

Evaluate training effectiveness using the Kirkpatrick Model and other assessment methodologies.

Analyze learning outcomes and implement continuous improvements to enhance training effectiveness.

Develop instructional solutions that maximize learner performance while minimizing time away from mission-critical responsibilities.

Support Intelligence Community clients by creating impactful learning experiences that improve mission effectiveness.

Contribute innovative instructional design strategies that enhance organizational learning and operational readiness.

Required Qualifications

US Citizenship is required.

Active Top Secret clearance required with ability to obtain and maintain SCI with CI polygraph.

Requires a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 3+ years of experience OR Ph.D. with 1+ years of experience OR Associate's degree with 8+ years of experience OR High school diploma/GED with 11+ years of experience

Experience conducting detailed training and/or job/task analyses

Experience collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and clients to develop learning solutions

Experience designing products that comply with Section 508 accessibility standards

Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team of instructional designers, graphic artists, and programmers in a client-focused consulting environment

Experience developing learning solutions for Intelligence Community (IC) agencies

Experience designing and developing SCORM-conformant eLearning content

Hands-on experience with multiple rapid development tools, such as Adobe Presenter, Adobe Captivate, and Articulate.

Travel up to 10% within US.

Lift up to 30 lbs, walk, bend, drive.

Desired Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with generative AI productivity tools for content drafting, brainstorming, and streamlining routine tasks

Ability to develop effective AI prompts to generate storyboard drafts, assessments, learner scenarios, content outlines, and other instructional materials

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and balancing competing priorities

Flexibility to manage multiple priorities and adjust schedules as needed

Strong attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to effectively lead diverse teams through end-to-end project delivery

Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If 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 us .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $90,700.00 - USD $141,775.00 /Yr.