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Jr. Adobe Captivate Developer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$60K - $78K/yr

Jr. Adobe Captivate DeveloperOASYS, INC., a Leading Edge Government contractor in Huntsville ... Work closely with a senior government and Team Captivate developers and instructional design teams ...

Jr. Adobe Captivate Developer OASYS, INC., a Leading Edge Government contractor in Huntsville ... Work closely with a senior government and Team Captivate developers and instructional design teams ...

Job Summary As a Junior Trainer supporting the VA's Office of Suicide Prevention (OSP) under the ... Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Education, Instructional Design, Public Health, Psychology, Healthcare ...

Job Summary As a Junior Trainer supporting the VA's Office of Suicide Prevention (OSP) under the ... Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Education, Instructional Design, Public Health, Psychology, Healthcare ...

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We are seeking a Junior Adobe Captivate Developer to join our curriculum development team in San ... Work closely with a senior government and Team Captivate developers and instructional design teams ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior instructional design in the United States is $81,336.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,500.00 and $103,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior instructional designer?

Junior Instructional Designers are entry-level professionals who assist in creating educational materials and training programs. They work under the guidance of senior instructional designers to develop content, design learning activities, and ensure resources are engaging and effective. Their tasks may include researching subject matter, organizing course content, and using authoring tools to build e-learning modules. This role is ideal for individuals interested in education, curriculum development, and instructional technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior instructional designer?

To thrive as a Junior Instructional Designer, you need foundational knowledge of instructional design principles, learning theories, and a relevant degree in education, instructional design, or a related field. Familiarity with e-learning authoring tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and learning management systems (LMS) is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills help you create engaging learning experiences and work effectively with subject matter experts. These competencies are critical for developing high-quality training materials that enhance learner engagement and achieve organizational learning goals.

What are some common challenges faced by junior instructional designers when working on their first e-learning projects?

Junior Instructional Designers often encounter challenges such as balancing creativity with organizational standards, adapting to new authoring tools, and managing tight project deadlines. Collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) can also be demanding, as it requires clear communication and the ability to translate complex information into engaging learning materials. However, support from senior team members and ongoing feedback typically help new designers grow their skills and confidence in these areas.
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Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) / Site Lead

Vectrona, LLC

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Other

Posted 16 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary contractor lead for daily instructional systems development execution supporting CENSECFOR training portfolios and curriculum modernization efforts

  • Lead and coordinate instructional systems design activities across multiple concurrent curriculum development and sustainment efforts

  • Independently lead and support high-complexity curriculum analysis activities including Job Duty Task Analysis (JDTA), Front-End Analysis (FEA), Business Case Analysis (BCA), Training Requirements Reviews, and curriculum modernization initiatives


Job description

Position / Job Title

Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) / Site Lead

Status

Full-Time, Contingent Upon Award

Location

CENSECFOR Headquarters, Virginia Beach, VA / Remote as authorized. Personnel must be available to report to CENSECFOR HQ when directed and may support CENSECFOR domain training sites asrequired.

Start Date

30 September 2026

Security Clearance

Must possess, or be able to obtain, a security clearance up to the Secret level.

Travel

Limited travel may be required to support CENSECFOR domain training sites.

Background

Vectrona is seeking a Senior Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) / Site Lead to support CENSECFOR’s Training Directorate (N7) in the management, coordination, execution, and quality oversight of instructional systems design and curriculum modernization activities across multiple training portfolios. The Senior ISD serves as the primary contractor lead for day-to-day curriculum execution and acts as the principal interface between the Vectrona instructional systems design team, Learning Standards Officers (LSOs), Course Curriculum Model Managers (CCMMs), Curriculum Control Authorities (CCAs), Government stakeholders, and curriculum development personnel.

This position provides senior-level instructional systems design expertise supporting standards-compliant curriculum development, governance support, modernization initiatives, audit readiness, and workforce coordination aligned with NAVEDTRA, NETC, and Ready Relevant Learning (RRL) requirements. The Senior ISD leads high-complexity curriculum analysis and development efforts while ensuring consistent execution across concurrent curriculum production activities.

The Senior ISD also supports implementation of AI-enabled curriculum production workflows, digital collaboration environments, and structured quality control processes designed to improve throughput, responsiveness, consistency, and production efficiency while maintaining full human oversight, instructional integrity, and Government review authority.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary contractor lead for daily instructional systems development execution supporting CENSECFOR training portfolios and curriculum modernization efforts
  • Lead and coordinate instructional systems design activities across multiple concurrent curriculum development and sustainment efforts
  • Independently lead and support high-complexity curriculum analysis activities including Job Duty Task Analysis (JDTA), Front-End Analysis (FEA), Business Case Analysis (BCA), Training Requirements Reviews, and curriculum modernization initiatives
  • Lead development, review, revision, and sustainment of Training Project Plans (TPPs), Course Training Task Lists (CTTLs), Training Course Control Documents (TCCDs), lesson plans, instructional media, assessments, and related curriculum lifecycle documentation
  • Ensure curriculum products maintain alignment with NAVEDTRA, NETC, Ready Relevant Learning (RRL), and CENSECFOR instructional standards and governance requirements
  • Provide senior-level review and quality assurance oversight for curriculum products, assessments, learning objectives, instructional media, traceability matrices, and supporting documentation prior to Government submission
  • Coordinate directly with LSOs, CCMMs, CCAs, SMEs, instructors, and Government leadership to align curriculum priorities, schedules, production requirements, and review activities
  • Manage workload distribution, staffing coordination, production schedules, and development priorities across assigned instructional systems design personnel
  • Support development and maintenance of curriculum traceability processes linking JDTA outputs to learning objectives, assessments, instructional content, and training outcomes
  • Lead document management, configuration control, workflow tracking, SharePoint collaboration, and review management activities supporting distributed curriculum development efforts
  • Oversee use of AI-assisted tools supporting curriculum analysis, drafting, quality review, workflow acceleration, document consistency, and production efficiency while enforcing human-in-the-loop quality control processes
  • Support mentoring, coaching, and technical oversight of junior and mid-level ISDs across assigned portfolios
  • Participate in curriculum governance boards, pilot course reviews, training assessments, instructional reviews, and customer coordination meetings
  • Maintain professional appearance, communication, responsiveness, and conduct consistent with CENSECFOR’s operational training environment and leadership expectations
PreferredEducation/Degree
  • Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Technology, Education, Organizational Learning, Human Performance, or related field preferred
  • Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, Organizational Development, or related field preferred but not required
  • Significant equivalent military instructional systems development, curriculum management, or operational training experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements
Preferred Knowledge,Skillsand Qualifications
  • Advanced knowledge of NAVEDTRA instructional systems development processes, NETC curriculum governance, and Navy training standards preferred
  • Extensive experience developing and managing curriculum lifecycle documentation including TPPs, TCCDs, CTTLs, lesson plans, instructional media, assessments, student guides, and supporting curriculum products
  • Demonstrated experience leading JDTA, FEA, BCA, training requirements analysis, curriculum modernization, and instructional systems design initiatives
  • Experience supporting Ready Relevant Learning (RRL), blended learning initiatives, distance learning modernization, and digital learning transformation efforts preferred
  • Strong understanding of curriculum governance processes, Learning Standards Officer functions, Curriculum Control Authority responsibilities, and standards compliance requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage concurrent instructional systems development efforts within high-tempo Government training environments
  • Experience supervising, mentoring, coordinating, or leading instructional systems design personnel and distributed curriculum development teams
  • Strong quality assurance, technical editing, curriculum review, and audit-readiness management skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to coordinate directly with senior Government stakeholders, SMEs, instructors, and curriculum management personnel
  • Experience using Microsoft Office 365 applications including Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint within collaborative development environments
  • Experience managing SharePoint collaboration environments, workflow tracking systems, document repositories, configuration management, and review coordination processes
  • Experience using AIM II, CPM, LMS platforms, or other Navy curriculum development systems preferred
  • Familiarity with instructional media integration, multimedia-enabled learning products, distance learning development, and collaborative digital production workflows preferred
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted instructional development and productivity tools supporting curriculum drafting, analysis, workflow acceleration, standards alignment, and quality review under structured human oversight preferred
  • Prior Navy, NETC, CENSECFOR, or DoD instructional systems design leadership experience preferred
  • Prior military service, operational training leadership experience, curriculum management experience, or Learning Standards Officer support experience preferred

VECTRONA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.

Vectronaprovidesequal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment. In addition to federal law requirements, Vectronacomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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