Instructional Systems Design Engineer, Expert

Accountabilities: The Instructional Systems Design Engineer, Expert will oversee the strategy, development, and execution of comprehensive AI education programs while ensuring instructional excellence, accessibility, and alignment with organizational goals.

Serve as the senior instructional systems design expert, providing strategic guidance on learning methodologies, curriculum development, and training solutions.

Lead instructional design initiatives throughout the full ADDIE or comparable ISD lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

Manage and mentor instructional designers, providing coaching, quality oversight, and professional development support.

Direct the planning, coordination, and delivery of AI-focused training programs, ensuring milestones, resources, and deliverables remain aligned with project objectives.

Establish and maintain curriculum standards, instructional frameworks, style guidelines, and quality assurance processes across learning deliverables.

Conduct training needs assessments and gap analyses to identify workforce learning requirements related to AI literacy, responsible AI practices, and technology adoption.

Design learner-centered training experiences that translate complex artificial intelligence concepts into practical applications for healthcare professionals.

Ensure all training materials meet accessibility standards, including Section 508 compliance and other applicable digital learning requirements.

Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate learning effectiveness, improve course content, and optimize training strategies.

Provide expert consultation on instructional technology, adult learning theory, and emerging approaches such as adaptive learning, simulation-based training, and virtual instruction.

Support continuous improvement efforts by incorporating learner feedback, performance data, and evolving AI education practices.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience leading instructional design initiatives, managing complex training programs, and developing scalable learning solutions within government, healthcare, or similarly regulated environments.

10+ years of progressive experience in Instructional Systems Design, curriculum development, learning strategy, or related fields.

Doctorate degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, Educational Psychology, or a closely related discipline required.

Proven experience leading large-scale training development programs and managing end-to-end instructional design processes.

Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams of instructional designers or learning professionals.

Experience supporting federal agency clients, healthcare organizations, or other complex government environments preferred.

Strong knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies, learning technologies, and curriculum governance.

Experience developing AI, machine learning, data literacy, or technology-focused training programs is highly desirable.

Familiarity with healthcare learning environments, federal training requirements, or government compliance standards is a plus.

Knowledge of accessibility standards including Section 508 and WCAG compliance for digital learning solutions.

Experience with learning platforms such as enterprise learning management systems or healthcare workforce training platforms preferred.

Ability to obtain and maintain required federal security credentials and successfully complete applicable background investigations.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Strong communication, stakeholder management, leadership, and collaboration skills.

Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on curriculum development and execution.

Benefits:

Opportunity to lead a high-impact AI education initiative supporting a major healthcare workforce transformation effort.

Ability to influence enterprise-wide learning strategies and responsible AI adoption.

Collaborative environment working with technology, healthcare, and learning professionals.

Professional growth opportunities through exposure to emerging AI, instructional technology, and large-scale training initiatives.

Mission-driven work focused on improving workforce capabilities and service delivery.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Supportive workplace culture focused on inclusion, innovation, and employee development.

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