Aviation Courseware Developer Jobs in Washington

Who We Are:

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions

• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary
The Web/Multimedia Programmer supports the development of training programs and courseware using established Instructional Systems Design (ISD) processes. This role produces interactive graphics, multimedia elements, animations, and web-based content for aviation training courseware and related design assignments. The Web/Multimedia Programmer collaborates closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure instructional materials are accurate, engaging, and instructionally sound. Responsibilities include developing course materials, conducting training needs assessments, maintaining traceability of courseware updates, supporting proposal efforts, and ensuring ISD compliance across extensive curricula. This position requires strong multimedia development capabilities, technical skill, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under strict timelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinate with management to prioritize ISD tasks and training material development needs.

• Assign tasks to technical representatives in alignment with project milestones and departmental priorities.

• Coordinate with Configuration and Data Management (C&DM) to ensure traceability of courseware updates from contract startup through program completion.

• Develop program-specific procedures and work methods supporting ISD processes.

• Establish and update processes for instructional design across comprehensive curriculum programs.

• Coordinate with FTU leads and Mobility (MOB) points of contact to schedule SMEs for reviews and updates.

• Develop and update Master Task Lists (MTLs), Master Training Task Lists (MTTLs), learning objective hierarchies, media reports, and course syllabi.

• Develop and review course materials including instructional methods, objectives, scenarios, case studies, and assessment tools.

• Support proposal activities by ensuring all ISD requirements meet customer specifications.

• Maintain documentation traceability for all baseline and modified ISD products.

• Perform ISD tasks in accordance with company policies, procedures, and work instructions.

• Develop, prioritize, and manage ISD deliverables related to budget, schedule, and scope.

• Conduct peer reviews to ensure courseware and multimedia meet established quality standards.

• Consult with customers to support performance improvement strategies and instructional approaches.

• Coordinate with TSSC management to confirm that instructional methods, sequencing, and design practices are followed.

• Use industry-standard software applications to format and prepare technical documents and multimedia materials.

• Mentor team members on courseware design standards, document formatting, and multimedia development practices.

• Promote a collaborative and positive work environment within the courseware development team.

• Support teammates to maintain productivity and effective workflow.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

• Minimum of five years of professional experience in instructional analysis, design, development, delivery, technical writing, or systematic curriculum development.

• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• Intermediate proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for multimedia development.

• Intermediate proficiency in ActionScript 2/3, HTML, HTML5, and JavaScript.

• Familiarity with MS Project.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Strong oral presentation skills and ability to present to management and customers.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Security Responsibilities
Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office environment and Training Services shop facility.

• Routine use of computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and other standard office equipment.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to work overtime and non-standard shifts when required.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while developing multimedia or courseware.

• Ability to move throughout office and training facility environments.

• Ability to lift and transport materials as needed for training support.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com
About CAE
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
Position Type
Regular
Equal Opportunity Employer
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.
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