Technical Course Developer

Job Description
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking a technical course developer to join our SecureIT Planning & Governance team. This team comprises IT project managers, training professionals, and technical writers that support the cyber security and information technology specialists of the newly formed SecureIT organization.

As a technical course developer, you will be responsible for for the end-to-end lifecycle of training development—from initial needs analysis and research to the creation of high-impact web-based and instructor-led curricula. You will act as a bridge between complex technical requirements and learner comprehension, ensuring that our workforce possess the critical skills necessary to support security and IT requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Development: Design and develop robust technical training curricula, including both Web-Based Training (WBT) and Instructor-Led Training (ILT) modules.
• Materials Creation: Colloborate with Subject Matter Experts (SME) and Technical Writers to develop comprehensive instructional materials, including participant guides, facilitator notes, technical manuals, and performance criteria.
• Needs Analysis: Conduct deep-dive research into SecureIT disciplines to identify learning gaps, resource availability, and specific performance expectations.
• Strategic Planning: Define training requirements and develop detailed training plans that align with functional/discipline objectives and business requirements.
• Technical Integration: Analyze and leverage available software, technology, and infrastructure to deliver modern, scalable learning solutions.
• Instructional Design: Apply proven instructional design principles (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to ensure all curricula meet client objectives and maximize knowledge retention

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Proven experience in instructional design or technical training development, preferably within the aerospace, defense, information technology, or cyber security sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical tasks and translate them into structured learning objectives.
• Proficiency in designing for multiple modalities (e-Learning, virtual classrooms, and traditional classroom settings).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate infrastructure and software constraints to optimize delivery.
• Expertise with SumToal Learning Management System
• Experience with eLearning Development (Storyline 360, Rise 360, DominKnow Flow) and other tools

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Instructional Design industry certifications
• Experience with:
  • Curriculum Development & Training Strategy
  • Security, Compliance & Privacy-Focused Training
  • Training Storyboards & Instructional Documentation
  • Presentation Design & Facilitation
  • Visual Design & Learning Experience Design

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.