BAE Systems

Technology Instructor/Instructional Systems Designer

BAE Systems$100K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required
  • 12+ years' experience in technical training and curriculum development
  • 5+ years in instructional systems design
  • Experience in enterprise IT, networking, and server administration
  • Knowledge of Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022) and Linux administration
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced setting

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain instructor-led and blended learning solutions
  • Develop technical training content for server, network, and platform administration
  • Deliver competency-based training using various instructional methods
  • Analyze documentation to identify training needs
  • Create lesson plans, instructor and student guides, and performance aids
  • Conduct training evaluations and manage reporting metrics
  • Coordinate training product development with various teams

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Employee assistance and legal plans
  • Monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Full Job Description
Job Description

A Technology Instructor/ISD is needed to join a high-performing Agile team operating within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) in support of a complex, fast-paced program. In this role, the selected candidate will analyze, design, develop, implement, and maintain technical training solutions for enterprise server, network, and platform environments. The candidate will support the creation and delivery of certification-focused training programs, Written Course of Instruction (WCI) materials, and other technical learning products, while also performing task analysis, content development, course maintenance, and instructional delivery to meet program requirements.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain instructor-led and blended learning solutions.
  • Develop technical training content supporting server, network, and platform administration requirements.
  • Deliver competency-based training for users of technical systems using a variety of instructional methods and learning technologies.
  • Analyze engineering documentation, system specifications, technical manuals, and operational procedures to identify training needs.
  • Develop lesson plans, instructor guides, student guides, job aids, laboratory exercises, assessments, and performance support materials.
  • Conduct training effectiveness evaluations and maintain related metrics and reporting.
  • Support course validation, pilot delivery, configuration management, and content updates.
  • Maintain WCI products and associated instructional documentation.
  • Coordinate training product development activities with engineering, technical writing, and program support teams.

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Required Skills and Education

  • Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • At least 12 years of relevant experience in technical training, instructional delivery, curriculum development, and/or technology-focused education, with experience supporting enterprise IT, server, network, and platform environments.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in instructional systems design, curriculum development, or technical training development.
  • Experience developing technical training solutions for enterprise IT, networking, server administration, or similar technology environments, preferably in a collaborative team setting.
  • Working knowledge of Windows Server administration, including Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022.
  • Working knowledge of Linux system administration.
  • Experience delivering instructor-led technical training using multiple applications or platforms.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • In-depth experience developing technical documentation, training materials, and instructional content.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent development efforts in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

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Preferred Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Adult Learning, Education, Technical Communication, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technologies, or a related discipline.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), Federal Government, or contractor-led training programs.
  • Experience developing and delivering technical training for enterprise IT environments.
  • Knowledge of enterprise networking technologies, including firewalls, load balancers, intrusion detection systems/network intrusion detection systems (IDS/NIDS), network address translation (NAT), port address translation (PAT), virtual local area networks (VLANs), access control lists (ACLs), and cloud networking architectures.
  • Experience with Cisco Nexus and Cisco Catalyst platforms.
  • Experience troubleshooting enterprise servers, systems, and network infrastructure.
  • Experience managing training development projects across the full Instructional Systems Development lifecycle.
  • Experience developing technical publications, user guides, operational procedures, requirements documentation, and training manuals.
  • Experience with HTML, JavaScript, Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate, or similar development tools.
  • Familiarity with virtualization, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data center technology


Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
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90,500 employees
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Founded
1997
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