Instructional Systems Designer (ISD)
About this role
Description
The Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) supports the Academic Development Branch by designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating instructional programs, eLearning content, multimedia products, and training materials. The position applies instructional design best practices and the ADDIE methodology to create effective, engaging learning experiences that support Air Force education and training missions.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Educational Design, or a related field, or five years of applied experience in Instructional Systems Design (ISD).
- Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following areas:
- Learning theory and educational psychology
- Instructional design methodologies
- Educational assessment and evaluation
- Instructional product development and validation
- Proficiency with modern instructional technologies, including Adobe Captivate, SCORM-compliant courseware, virtual reality, simulation, gaming, and 3D modeling tools.
- Strong organizational, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Zoom, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Educational Design, or a related discipline.
Company at a glance
Venesco, LLC is a premier government contractor delivering Healthcare, IT, Research & Development, and a range of mission‑critical services to federal agencies. For more than 18 years, we’ve evolved from a small consulting firm into a respected leader in biomedical R&D and IT support, backed by strong financials, mature processes, and a commitment to employee connectedness and work–life balance.
Our success is driven by our skilled professionals, agile management practices, and high‑quality standards. Venesco holds a Top‑Secret Facility Clearance and maintains CMMI® Maturity Level 3 (Services) and ISO 9001:2015 and 14001:2015 certifications. We’ve been recognized on the Inc. 5000 and Washington Technology’s Fast 50 lists for five consecutive years.
With more than 350 credentialed employees and 65+ prime contracts — ranging from small teams to programs with 150+ personnel — we deliver the impact of a large enterprise while maintaining the agility of a small business. Venesco continues to recruit motivated, talented individuals who want to contribute to meaningful federal initiatives and join a collaborative, high‑performing team.
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