Intermediate ISD

Akima

Huntsville, AL

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounts Receivable, Adult Learning, Analysis Skills, Aviation Industry, Cisco Unity, Communication Skills, Community Support, Construction, Content Development, Continuous Improvement, Course Development, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Editing, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Game Design, Government, Instructional Design, Learning Management System (LMS), Legal, Materials Testing, Medical Conditions, Metrics, Military, Military/DoD Standards, Multimedia, Pinnacle, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Programming Tools, Project/Program Management, SCORM (Shareable Content Object Reference Model), Secret Clearance, Section 508, Service Delivery, Storyboards, Strategic Planning, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Training/Teaching Materials, United States Air Force (USAF), United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Navy (USN), Writing Skills, eLearning

LOCATION

Huntsville, AL

POSTED

13 days ago

We are seeking an Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to support the design and development of high-quality training and performance support solutions for Department of Defense (DoD) customers. The ideal candidate brings expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies, and technology-based learning delivery, with a strong background in government or military learning environments.

This job is full-time, in-person, located in Huntsville, AL, non-negotiable.

Responsibilities

+ Apply the ADDIE model to design, develop, and evaluate instructional materials and curricula for instructor-led, virtual, and self-paced eLearning environments.

+ Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), program managers, and other stakeholders to gather content and validate instructional approaches.

+ Develop instructional strategies, learning objectives, storyboards, course content, assessments, and evaluation metrics.

+ Create engaging and interactive multimedia learning content.

+ Analyze existing training programs to recommend improvements, modifications, or new course development.

+ Ensure all deliverables meed DoD standards and client expectations, including SCORM compliance and Section 508 accessibility.

+ Conduct formative and summative evaluations to ensure learning effectiveness and continuous improvement.

+ Support development of CDRL deliverables and have familiarity with creating and editing documents to be delivered to the customer.

+ Work well in a cross-functional team environment.

Qualifications

+ Prior military aviation maintenance and aviation training experience ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED. This is non-negotiable.

+ Experience working directly with military learners.

+ Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Training Development, or related field.

+ 5+ years of experience in instructional design, with at least 3 years supporting DoD or federal government training initiatives.

+ Strong knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies.

+ Proficiency in eLearning development tools and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

+ Experience designing for both in-person and digital training environments.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

+ Air Education and Training Command (or service equivalent) experience.

+ Maintenance / Instructor experience on US Air Force or US Navy fighter aircraft.

+ Experience developing content for a virtual and/or VR/AR environment.

+ Experience with SCORM, xAPI, and Section 508 compliance

+ Experience in Game Design using the Unity or Unreal engine.

+ Active Secret Clearance.

Job ID

2026-23702

Work Type

Hybrid

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is not just another federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Pinnacle Solutions , the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Pinnacle Solutions provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Pinnacle Solutions delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.

As a Pinnacle Solutions employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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