Instructional System Designer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Build something that matters.
At Delta Star the work we do has a real impact. Every transformer we build helps deliver reliable electricity to homes, businesses, and communities across North America.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for people who want more than just a job. We are looking for individuals who want to learn, contribute, solve challenges, and build a meaningful career alongside a team that is committed to delivering power at all times.
Summary
At Delta Star, we believe training is more than information, it's transformation. We're looking for an Instructional Designer to create learning experiences that make an immediate and lasting impact on safety, performance, and craftsmanship. If you thrive on turning complex information into clear, engaging, and practical learning, this is the role where your skills will shine.
What You'll Do
As our Instructional Designer, you'll collaborate with subject matter experts, leaders, and safety teams to design training that meets real-world needs. You'll use adult learning principles to develop everything from eLearning modules and job aids to instructor-led training and on-the-job learning. You'll also measure the effectiveness of your work, making sure each program translates into improved performance across the organization.
A Day in the Life
Every day brings something different. One day you might be brainstorming with engineers on how to simplify a complex process, the next you're building an interactive eLearning module that helps technicians practice safely. You'll move fluidly between creative design, data-driven evaluation, and collaboration with teams across the company, always focused on one goal: building training that sticks and drives real results.
What We're Looking For
We need someone who can balance creativity with structure, ensuring training programs are both engaging and effective. The right candidate has strong instructional design expertise, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to design for diverse learners, from shop floor technicians to managers.
Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 3+ years of instructional design experience, ideally in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Skilled in eLearning development tools and LMS platforms
• Strong grasp of adult learning theory, instructional design models, and performance improvement strategies
• Familiar with SCORM/xAPI standards and multimedia production
• Professional certifications (ATD, Kirkpatrick) preferred

If you're ready to design training that drives real change, we want to hear from you.
Why Our Employees Join, Grow, and Stay
At Delta Star, you will find more than a job. You will join a team that values people, supports growth, and trusts you to make an impact. Whether you're on the shop floor, in the field, or in the office, you will work alongside talented people to solve meaningful challenges, power communities, and build a rewarding career. With opportunities to learn, advance, and contribute, plus a culture built on respect, teamwork, and work-life balance, Delta Star is a place where you can thrive for the long term
Benefits That Support You
We believe that a rewarding career starts with feeling supported both at work and at home. That's why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs, paid time off, life and disability protection, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, and additional voluntary benefits that help you and your family thrive.
Pay Transparency
We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Compensation for this position will be determined within the posted salary range based on factors such as candidate qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, market competitiveness, skills, and certifications. For union-represented roles, pay is established by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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 this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP/EEO Statement
Delta Star is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.