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Instructional System Designer

Job in Halifax, Nova Scotia, B0B, Canada
Listing for: CAE
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Training Instructor / Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 110000 CAD Yearly CAD 70000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Instructional System Designer-EN

Our Technology & Product Development teams transform bold ideas into immersive, world-class solutions. From VR/AR solutions to cutting-edge flight simulation, you’ll work alongside brilliant minds in a rewarding and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow every day. With a career that blends flexibility, creativity, and impact, you’ll play a vital role in driving next-generation tech solutions for the moments that matter most.

Description

CAE is seeking an experienced Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to support the Canadian Future Fighter Lead-In Training (FFLIT) program. The successful candidate will work within a team of training professionals responsible for the design and development of interactive eLearning solutions for Defense and Security clients.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Apply the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE) methodology throughout the training development lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to gather and analyze data, conduct cognitive task analyses, and define and categorize competencies.
  • Lead and coordinate the training development activities of CAE employees and subcontractors.
  • Assign work, organize priorities, and monitor team progress against project milestones.
  • Track project schedules and support adherence to delivery timelines.
  • Escalate schedule, scope, or resource issues as appropriate.
  • Provide project metrics, progress updates, and status reports to project leadership.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the development team and management.
  • Review training materials and courseware to ensure compliance with established development standards.
  • Provide constructive feedback to team members to support quality and consistency.
  • Develop, maintain, and manage instructional design, writing, and media standards.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support training development objectives.
  • Participate in training analysis and instructional design activities as required.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Undergraduate degree in Education, Adult Education, Instructional Design, or a related field with relevant professional experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in instructional design, computer-based training development, or a related learning development discipline.
  • Experience collaborating with Subject Matter Experts to develop training solutions.
  • Experience managing project deliverables, schedules, and priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain:
    • Enhanced Reliability Clearance (EHC)
    • Secret Security Clearance
    • ITAR compliance
    • Controlled Goods Program (CGP) authorization
Preferred Qualifications
  • Post-graduate certificate or degree in Education, Adult Education, Instructional Design, or a related discipline.
  • Bilingualism (English and French).
  • Experience leading or coordinating the work of a small team.
  • Knowledge of competency-based training frameworks.
  • Experience conducting cognitive task analyses.
  • Experience supporting Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) training programs.
  • Experience working within defense, aerospace, or complex corporate environments.
  • Business acumen and project coordination experience.
Benefits
  • Flexible Group Benefits
  • Pension plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Supportive team and collaborative corporate culture
About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations…

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