Training Developer II

General Atomics

Palmdale, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Design, Accounts Receivable, Adobe Photoshop, Adult Learning, Affirmative Action, Aircraft Piloting, Animation, Cisco Unity, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Diversity, DoD Clearance, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Government Requirements, Instructional Design, Medical Conditions, Military, Military Specifications, Online Training, Operations Processes, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Procedure Development, Product Support, Regulations, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Clearance, Software Engineering, Surveillance, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Writing, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Training/Teaching Materials, United States Citizen, User Interface Design, Virtual Reality, Virtualization Software, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Palmdale, CA
POSTED
Today
55283BR

Company:


General Atomics Aeronautical Systems


Job Summary:


General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high‑resolution surveillance systems.


We are looking for an AR/VR Training Developer to join our Air Systems Maintenance Training team in Palmdale, CA. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement immersive training solutions using visualization technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) within a pre‑existing Unity‑based training environment. You will collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and software engineers to create interactive, realistic training experiences for aircraft maintainers, operational staff, and external customers.


JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES


+ Design and develop 3D assets, environments, and animations for VR training.

+ Build interactive VR experiences in ModestTree (a Unity Based Training Software).

+ Apply instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM, Bloom’s) to ensure training effectiveness.

+ Translate learning objectives into immersive, visual training scenarios.

+ Test and refine VR simulations using user feedback.

+ Ensure training content aligns with technical data and applicable military/government requirements.

+ Oversee the development processes, workflows, and milestones.

+ Develop and coordinate curriculum, training schedules, workflows, and milestones that support AR/VR training deliverables.

+ Observe all laws, regulations, and company policies, and maintain safety standards and other applicable obligations whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.

+ Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.


We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.


Job ID#:


55283BR


Job Category:


Product Support


Travel Percentage Required:


0% - 25%


Full-Time/Part-Time:


Full-Time Salary


State:


California


Clearance Level:


Secret


Pay Range Low:


56,820


City:


Palmdale


Clearance Required?:


Desired


Pay Range High:


96,015


Recruitment Posting Title:


Training Developer - Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality


Job Qualifications:


+ Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a Bachelors Degree in a related field and three or more years experience developing and administering training programs.

+ Hands‑on experience with Unity and/or Unity based virtual reality software, familiarity with Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, and Photoshop.

+ Experience creating VR/AR/MR/3D learning experiences.

+ Experience writing scripts, scenarios, and branching interactions.

+ Strong understanding of adult learning theory.

+ Experience working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

+ Experience building and optimizing VR applications for standalone headsets (e.g., Meta Quest 3), including interaction design and performance tuning.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

+ Willingness to work onsite in Palmdale, and to work extended hours and travel as needed.

+ Knowledge of VR hardware platforms (e.g., Meta Quest 3).

+ The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

+ Willingness to work extended hours, travel as needed.

+ Work full time, 100% on-site with fellow team members in Palmdale, CA.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance. 


US Citizenship Required?:


Yes


Experience Level:


Mid-Level (3-7 years)


Relocation Assistance Provided?:


Yes


Workstyle:


Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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