By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide. 

Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains.  CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.

This position is located on site at Fort Meade, MD

The Learning Experience Designer (LXD) is a critical part of the team responsible for training a diverse DoD audience of range engineers on how to operate the world’s largest cyber range, the Persistent Cyber Range Environment (PCTE). As the LXD, you’ll use your technical skills, creativity, and experience to collect, manage, and publish instructional material content, and recommend courseware solutions that align and support the customer needs and contractual content development requirements.

• Create, update, and maintain technical training materials, courses, and curriculum for PCTE users.
• Develop curriculum using multiple synchronous and asynchronous training modalities, including instructor-led, micro-learning, blended learning, and self-paced.
• Work closely with stakeholders, including government personnel and contractors, to gather requirements and ensure training materials align with mission and PCTE platform needs.
• Write clear and concise technical documentation that is easy to understand for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Employ rapid and agile techniques and processes to create content for a frequently changing environment.
• Use a variety of tools and technologies to create and deliver technical documentation.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices to incorporate relevant training methodologies and tools into the training curriculum.
• Assess and evaluate course effectiveness through survey data analysis.
• Lead the development and implementation of new learning models and content design templates.
• Effectively manage multiple projects and initiatives from analysis to evaluation.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Instructional Design, Education, Computer Science) or equivalent experience. 
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in training development, instructional design, and delivery methods, preferably in a technical or IT-related field.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Strong technical acumen with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, concise language for advanced and novice learners.
• Ability to incorporate user feedback and organizational assessment data into design improvements.
• Demonstrated experience with authoring learning objectives, assessments, and course surveys.
• Demonstrated experience with technical training concepts and delivery methods (online and in-residence), including facilitating and delivering courseware for live and self-paced trainings.
• Demonstrated experience of the ADDIE process.
• Knowledge of evaluation models, including Kirkpatrick
• Familiarity with content development authoring and multimedia development tools/programs (e.g., Camtasia, Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud, etc.).
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), course deployment and administration.
• Strong understanding of technical concepts.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Occasional travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

• Experience with monitoring, analyzing, troubleshooting, and evaluating learning technologies
• Consulting, project management, and organizational/planning skills.
• Experience in with SCORM, xAPI, Section 508, and learning-related technology standards
• Instructional Systems Design, User Experience, or Human-Centered Design Certification

• TS/SCI clearance is required at the time of application
• Occasional travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Salary Minimum: $110,000

Salary Maximum: $130,000

The annual base salary provided is a guideline for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. When extending an offer, By Light also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level, and market conditions. In addition, By Light provides an extensive selection of benefits and offerings to our employees.

Cole Engineering, a By Light company recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise.  

Our benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)