Instructional Academic Course Designer

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Job Title: Instructional Academic Course Designer (Foreign Military Sales Training)
Company: ASRC Federal
Location: [Huntsville AL / Hybrid Remote Eligible]
Job Type: Part-Time On Call, Government Contract

Job Overview:
ASRC Federal is seeking a mission-driven Instructional Academic Course Designer with a minimum of a Secret clearance to support the Army Security Assistance Enterprise (ASAE) by creating innovative, high-impact training experiences that educate the workforce on Foreign Military Sales (FMS) processes. Our team is redefining government training with a learner-first approach grounded in clarity, realism, and impact.

This role is for someone who thrives at the intersection of instructional design, visual storytelling, and mission readiness-and who is excited to collaborate with a dynamic team of passionate educators and FMS practitioners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and update engaging, effective FMS course content tailored to real-world job functions within the ASAE.
• Collaborate closely with instructors and subject matter experts to translate complex FMS processes into digestible, learner-friendly modules.
• Apply instructional design best practices and adult learning principles to create meaningful, impactful content.
• Use tools such as Canva, Genially, or Adobe Creative Suite to design visually compelling learning assets.
• Support both in-person and online course delivery formats, ensuring training remains accessible and relevant.
• Continuously evaluate and refine course effectiveness based on learner feedback and performance data.
• Contribute to a learning experience that prioritizes clarity, engagement, and mission alignment.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Communications, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in instructional design, curriculum development, or training design.
• Familiarity with adult learning theory and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Proficiency in course design platforms such as Canva, Genially, Articulate, Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with an ability to receive and implement constructive feedback.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in or willingness to learn Foreign Military Sales (FMS) concepts, processes, and instructional delivery.
• Able to work remotely with a small team under the supervision of a program manager.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher. Candidates without a minimum of a Secret clearance will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing training for government or defense clients.
• Prior experience with Blackboard LMS or other learning management systems.
• Background in Foreign Military Sales, defense acquisition, or international programs.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.