Sr. Instructional Designer

Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace 

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. 

For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery. 

As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible. 

The Opportunity 

Embark on an exciting opportunity as a Senior Instructional Designer at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide Campus. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping high-quality, adult learning-focused online courses. You will collaborate daily with instructional designers, faculty developers, media specialists, contractors, and IDD leadership to ensure excellence in course design and delivery.

As a Senior Instructional Designer, you will lead quality assurance efforts, mentor junior instructional designers, and guide course production projects from conception through deployment. You will have the chance to innovate and apply best practices in instructional design, working within a dynamic team environment and across multiple academic programs.

This role offers an opportunity to influence teaching and learning strategies at a university renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation in online education.

Location: Worldwide Campus – primarily remote with collaborative in-person engagements as needed

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle! 

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you! 

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.   

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period. 

• Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.   

 Compensation 

The annual salary range for this position is up to $59,760. The final offer will consider the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range. 

Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a closely related field.

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in instructional design, course development, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, educational pedagogy, and online best practices.

• Expertise with instructional design software and Learning Management Systems (preferably Canvas).

• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.

• Superior critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

• Excellent interpersonal, mentoring, and communication skills in both individual and team contexts.

• Experience conducting course quality reviews and implementing design standards.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, media teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Knowledge of ADA compliance and federal policies related to online course delivery.

• Willingness to engage in professional development, research, and innovative solutions for online learning.

Preferred:

• Experience mentoring or supervising instructional designers.

• Familiarity with adult learning-oriented course production for academic and non-credit programs.

• Ability to integrate multimedia elements, video, and interactive components into online courses.

Application process/requirements 

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311156. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: 

• Cover letter 

• Full Resume 

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) 

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. 

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. 

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