Senior Instructional Systems Design (ISD/SME) - Military veterans preferred

First Division Consulting


Job_Workplace : On-site
Full time

Contingent upon contract award.

First Division Consulting, Inc. is looking for an experienced Senior Instructional Systems Design (ISD) Subject Matter Expert (SME) with at least 10 years of expertise in military curriculum development and instructional design, specifically tailored for the United States Marine Corps. The SME will play a critical role in developing, evaluating, and refining training programs that ensure Marine Corps personnel are fully prepared for mission-critical tasks. This position requires advanced knowledge of instructional design principles, experience in military training environments, and a deep understanding of the Marine Corps’ operational and training needs.

The contractor shall perform the following task(s):

• Conduct high-level assessments to identify training gaps and recommend solutions based on in-depth analyses of Marine Corps instructional requirements.
• Lead the design and development of complex curriculum and instructional materials, ensuring alignment with Marine Corps standards, operational goals, and mission readiness.
• Develop, review, and refine multimedia and technology-enhanced training content that improves engagement and learning outcomes across Marine Corps training programs.
• Design and implement advanced evaluation strategies to assess training effectiveness, and recommend improvements based on measurable outcomes and Marine Corps feedback.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and stakeholders at all organizational levels to ensure curriculum relevance, operational alignment, and instructional rigor.
• Oversee the implementation of training programs, including pilot testing and iterative improvements, and support instructors to integrate new content and instructional strategies.
• Apply expert-level ISD methodologies, including ADDIE, SAT (Systems Approach to Training), or other advanced models, ensuring compliance with military instructional standards and best practices.

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