Instructional Designer

Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We have an exciting opportunity for a Training Developer to join our Learning and Development team located in Poway, CA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general direction, this position is responsible for developing and coordinating curriculum and training programs for operational or functional employees, maintainers, or customers in accordance with technical specifications or learning requirements that include, but is not limited to engineering instructions, technical orders and procedures and military/government regulations. This role also plans, develops, and/or implements course content and coordinates the development of training aids, training curriculum, and associated learning materials, aids, or course evaluation metrics related to the program. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. Develops and coordinates curriculum; develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities. Develops training schedules; course content and coordinates the development of training aids; in coordination with internal customers, contractors, or vendors, develops in-house programs, learning aids, and activities to address developmental needs. Develops and administers student examinations; continuously revises lesson plans to meet new training requirements and to keep technical information up to date. Coordinates training programs with customer and/or contractor personnel; standardizes user training, technical manuals and other aspects of integrated logistics support. Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Other duties as assigned or as required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a Bachelors Degree in a related field and three or more years experience designing, developing and administering training programs. Must have a general understanding of division/subsidiary/affiliate product(s) and responsibilities and be able to understand and integrate technical writing source material into a training curriculum. Must be able to apply the ADDIE model and adult learning theory in the development of learning solutions and performance support. Must possess competency in the use of Articulate 360 instructional design software. Ability to utilize additional instructional design and graphic design software desired. Examples of such software include: Camtasia or other video/simulation recording software, Vyond or other animation software, Adobe Creative Cloud suite of solutions. Must be customer focused and possess: The ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Good verbal and written communication and presentations skills to accurately train, document, and report findings to a variety of audiences. Good interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees and customers. The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information. The ability, in some positions, to obtain a security clearance. Good computer skills. Ability to work independently or as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.

Key skills/competency

Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Training Programs, Adult Learning Theory, ADDIE Model, Articulate 360, Technical Writing, Learning Management Systems, Needs Analysis, Performance Support.