OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY:

Instructional systems analysis involves the implementation of and adherence to a systematic design process for effective and efficient learning.  This position will use an instructional systems design (ISD) model, a human performance improvement model, and provide instructional systems analysis support.  In order to support the F/A-18 weapon system, the role of this position will be to review and provide informed recommendations for improving training products and project processes.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Conduct analyses to identify and validate training requirements and document results of analyses.
• Apply validated industry research to support learning decisions and collect foundational information from stakeholders before beginning the design process.
• Develop and recommend alternative training strategies to other designers’ in an HTML-based content management system.
• Design, develop, and implement instruction in a systematic manner.  Select instructional media, materials, and equipment to meet learning objectives.
• Prepares and analyzes writing objectives, storyboards, instructor-led training materials and graphic requests for interactions.
• Apply SCORM and Section 508 standards to IMI products.
• Plan and accomplish production of instructional materials.
• Design, develop, and implement prototype and final courseware for interactive multi-media, computer-based, web-based, and distributed learning presentations.
• Evaluate training development and training effectiveness using formative and summative evaluation techniques.
• Provide inputs to a data base system for maintaining assigned training systems hardware, software, and courseware operational and currency status.
• Instruct client personnel on procedures, processes, and methods of operating, maintaining, revising, and enhancing the assigned training system.
• Use appropriate industry and Government standards and specifications.

REQUISITE SKILLS:

• Must have experience with conducting (end to end) Task and Media Analysis
• Must have experience producing a Training System Functional Description (TSFD) document
• Extensive knowledge using basic Microsoft Office products, as well as strong written, verbal and visual communications skills.
• Ensure procured products are instructionally-sound and based on instructional and (adult) learning theories
• Must have experience analyzing source documentation, writing storyboards, creating graphic requests for interactions, peer-reviewing other designers’ materials, and developing materials in HTML-based content management system(s)
• Working knowledge of the current SCORM and Section 508 standards and how the standards are applied in IMI products
• Work cooperatively with customers and contractors
• Organize and maintain folder and file structures
• Must reflect a solid work history with prior experience in the DoD training industry.
• Must possess or be able to acquire a Government Secret Security Clearance

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

A master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, or a closely related field. Extensive industry-specific experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

                       Degree              with                             Years Experience

                       PhD/EdD                                                        2

                       MA/MS/MEd                                                    4

Level III