Instructional System Design

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Hanover, MD, USA
In-Office
100K-150K Annually
Junior
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs and develops interactive technical eLearning modules, storyboards, courseware, manuals, assessments, and training aids. Converts requirements into online instruction using authoring tools and approved templates. Collaborates with subject matter experts, multimedia designers, LMS administrators, and configuration management teams. Maintains audit-ready artifacts, supports SCORM packaging and validation, applies accessibility practices, and performs technical writing and data entry. Requires relevant instructional design experience and a degree or equivalent experience.
Summary Generated by Built In

Designs, develops, and revises complex, interactive technical virtual learning modules. Ensures the integrity of task analysis, training requirements, training hierarchies, instructional materials, and evaluation plans. Converts written materials and/or training requirements into online interactive courseware. Develops flow diagrams and storyboards to design instructionally-sound eLearning solutions using a variety of delivery media. Works with subject matter experts to ensure technical accuracy of instructional content. Works with multimedia and graphic designers to design and develop audio/visual materials. Develops course manuals, training aids, and other resources as needed to enhance training. Executes assigned instructional design tasks under the guidance of senior instructional design staff, using Government-approved templates and processes, and maintains audit-ready instructional design artifacts in approved repositories.

Work Schedule: The courses being supported are active from 0700-1800 M-F. Contract core hours are 1000-1400.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Provide input for learning objects for interactive eLearning solutions (for example: HTML5, Captivate, Edge delivery and/or Government-approved equivalent).
  • Complete data entry and technical writing activities.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining design documents and storyboards using Government-approved templates, style guides, and standard operating procedures; incorporates SME inputs and document technical review comments and dispositions as directed.
  • Draft and update formative knowledge checks and practice activities (when tasked) aligned to measurable learning objectives; coordinate assessment approach questions with senior instructional design/testing personnel as applicable.
  • Support packaging and validation of courseware artifacts in required formats (e.g., SCORM as applicable) and coordinate publishing inputs with LMS Administration and Configuration Management per established procedures.
  • Apply basic Section 508/WCAG accessibility practices (e.g., headings, alt text, color/contrast considerations) and document identified issues for remediation as directed.

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI preferred

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Education, English, Communications, or related field and a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience

OR

Associate's degree (or 18 semester hours of military coursework/training in a related field) and a minimum of   four (4) years of relevant experience

OR

High school diploma/GED and a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience

Minimum Years of Experience:

Relevant experience includes instructional/curriculum development, development or maintenance of interactive eLearning and/or instructor-led course materials, storyboard/design document development, and learning objective mapping to KSA/JQS (as applicable)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience applying adult learning principles and basic instructional systems design practices (e.g., ADDIE) to develop or revise course content is required.

Familiarity with eLearning authoring and media tools (e.g., Captivate, Articulate, Camtasia, or Government-approved equivalents) is desired.

Experience working with highly technical or complex subject matter (e.g., cybersecurity, computer networking, IT, complex hardware/software systems) is desired.

Experience drafting or updating formative knowledge checks/practice activities aligned to learning objectives is desired.

Familiarity with basic accessibility principles and Section 508/WCAG considerations (e.g., headings, alt text, readable contrast) is desired.

Experience maintaining instructional design artifacts in controlled repositories and following versioning conventions is desired.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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Compensation Details:

$100,000 - $150,000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.


Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

09/08/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Education, English, Communications, or a related field, plus at least two years of relevant experience
  • Associate's degree or 18 semester hours of military coursework/training in a related field, plus at least four years of relevant experience
  • High school diploma or GED, plus at least six years of relevant experience
  • Relevant experience in instructional or curriculum development, interactive eLearning or instructor-led course materials, storyboard or design document development, and learning objective mapping
  • Experience applying adult learning principles and basic instructional systems design practices such as ADDIE
  • Familiarity with eLearning authoring and media tools such as Captivate, Articulate, or Camtasia
  • Experience working with highly technical or complex subject matter
  • Experience drafting or updating formative knowledge checks and practice activities aligned to learning objectives
  • Familiarity with Section 508 and WCAG accessibility principles
  • Experience maintaining instructional design artifacts in controlled repositories and following versioning conventions
  • TS/SCI security clearance

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.

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HQ: Chantilly, VA
18,261 Employees

What We Do

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.

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