Learning Experience Designer (LXD)

Learning Experience Designer (LXD)

Purpose:

• Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a Learning Experience Designer (LXD) in Virginia Beach, VA.
• In this role you will build modern, effective training experiences for corporate compliance and mission-focused programs. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, resourceful, and tech-savvy, and who enjoys turning complex processes, SOPs, and SME knowledge into clear, engaging learning experiences across digital, instructor-led, and blended formats.
• You'll collaborate closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), program leaders, and stakeholders to design training that improves performance, supports compliance, and drives measurable outcomes-while helping us modernize how learning is delivered using practical tools and forward-thinking methods (including the responsible use of AI).
• In this role, you'll help shape how training is delivered across real-world, mission-critical programs, creating learning solutions that reduce risk, strengthen operational excellence, and enhance workforce readiness. You'll also have the freedom to bring smart, modern ideas to life in an environment that values results, clarity, and innovation with purpose.

Job Description:

Learning Design & Content Development

• Design and develop training solutions across multiple modalities (virtual, in-person, self-paced, blended).
• Create and update learning assets such as:
  • eLearning modules.
  • Facilitator guides and participant materials.
  • SOPs, job aids, checklists, and performance support tools.
  • Convert traditional slide decks and documents into interactive, learner-centered experiences.
  • Apply adult learning principles and proven instructional methods (ADDIE, SAM, backward design, etc.).
  • Build training that is clear, usable, accessible, and easy to maintain.

Needs Analysis & Measurement

• Partner with SMEs to identify performance gaps, learning needs, and target behaviors.
• Conduct needs assessments using interviews, surveys, and workflow observation.
• Define learning outcomes and align activities and assessments to those outcomes.
• Track effectiveness using available data (completion, assessment scores, feedback, operational metrics).
• Make data-driven recommendations to improve learning impact over time.

LMS Administration & Learning Operations

• Serve as a learning administrator for the LMS, including:
  • Uploading/testing learning objects.
  • Managing versions, enrollments, and reporting.
  • Ensuring a smooth learner experience and clean content organization.
  • Maintain learning libraries, learning paths, and documentation for audits or contract reporting.
  • Support evaluation, validation, and continuous improvement cycles.

Quality, Compliance & Accessibility

• Conduct QA reviews, usability checks, and user acceptance testing.
• Maintain version control and change documentation.
• Ensure training meets expectations for:
• Accessibility (508/WCAG best practices).
• Copyright compliance and proper sourcing.
• Government documentation standards and contract requirements.
• Build consistent templates and standards to scale content efficiently.

Innovation (Practical + Responsible)

• Explore tools and methods that improve speed and quality without increasing cost.
• Evaluate emerging trends such as generative AI, microlearning, guided simulations, and video-first enablement.
• Recommend lightweight solutions that are secure, compliant, and realistic for government environments.

Tools & Technology

• We're looking for a tech-forward LXD who can work within real-world constraints and still build great learning experiences. Tools and platforms may include:
  • Paycor LMS (preferred) or similar systems.
  • Articulate 360 (Rise/Storyline), Captivate, and other authoring tools.
  • Accessibility standards and best practices to support consistent delivery and learner access.
  • Standard content and media tools (PowerPoint, Word, lightweight video/audio editing).
  • Collaboration platforms (Teams/SharePoint/Google Workspace equivalents).

The Kind of Person Who Thrives Here

• Tech-forward but practical: you like innovation, but you don't overcomplicate solutions.
• Frugal and creative: you can build high-quality training without a huge budget.
• Systems-minded: you care about templates, reusability, and maintainability.
• SME-friendly: you can extract knowledge and guide stakeholders with confidence.
• Mission-aware: you understand accuracy, documentation, and compliance matter in government work.
• Self-starter: you can execute independently and keep projects moving.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in related industry and at least 3 years of experience.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience in Learning Experience Design, Instructional Design, Training Development, or Curriculum Design. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Must have a strong ability to translate SME knowledge into structured, engaging learning.
• Must have experience with eLearning authoring tools and making recommendations to enhance training quality, such as:
  • Articulate 360 (Rise/Storyline), Adobe Captivate, Lectora, or similar
• Must have working knowledge of LMS platforms (Paycor preferred) and how learning content is deployed/tested.
• Must have strong writing skills and attention to detail (SOPs, guides, job aids, scripts).
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Must have ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, Human Factors, Industrial Design, or related field preferred.
• Experience supporting government, defense, public sector, or regulated industries, preferred.
• Experience applying UX principles to learning (navigation, cognitive load, interaction design), preferred.
• Exposure to AI-driven learning tools or responsible AI workflows for training support, preferred.

Security Requirements:

• N/A

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 15%
• If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id )

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in an office environment
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods, moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another, communicating with others to exchange information, repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers, light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $70,000 - $85,000 per year