Instructional Designer
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Education / Teaching
Learning & Development Specialist, Training Instructor / Specialist, Adult & Continuing Education
The Role
The Instructional Designer designs, develops and maintains engaging, effective and technically accurate learning solutions that address business needs, strengthen individual and organisational capability, and support improved business performance.
Qualification and experience:- Diploma in Instructional Design, Education, Learning and Development or a related field; a relevant degree is preferred.
- A qualification in Curriculum Development or Educational Technology will be advantageous.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in instructional design or curriculum development.
- Experience developing classroom-based, digital and blended learning programmes.
- Experience collaborating with Subject Matter Experts to develop technical learning content.
- Experience designing technical training material within a manufacturing, engineering or defence environment will be advantageous.
- Learning Needs Analysis
- Instructional Design Methodologies, including ADDIE and SAM
- Adult Learning Principles and Learning Theories
- Curriculum Development
- Learning Pathway Design
- Classroom-Based, Digital and Blended Learning Design
- Digital Learning Content Development
- Storyboarding and Instructional Scriptwriting
- Learning Assessment Design
- Learning Analytics and Evaluation
- Visual Learning and Multimedia Design
- Technical Writing and Editing
Learning Needs Analysis and Solution Design
Analyse business requirements, performance gaps and learner needs in consultation with relevant stakeholders to design targeted learning interventions using appropriate instructional methodologies, resulting in solutions that strengthen individual capability and organisational performance.
Learning Content DevelopmentDevelop instructor-led, digital and blended learning programmes by creating structured content, storyboards, assessments and learner resources aligned with defined learning objectives, resulting in engaging learning experiences that support effective knowledge transfer and measurable outcomes.
Learning Quality Assurance and EvaluationEvaluate learning programmes through pilots, learner and facilitator feedback, learning analytics and outcome assessments to identify opportunities for improvement, resulting in relevant, accurate and effective learning solutions that deliver sustained business value.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Knowledge ManagementPartner with Subject Matter Experts, Technical Trainers and business stakeholders throughout the content-development process to capture and translate specialist knowledge into structured learning material, resulting in technically accurate resources aligned with business processes, products and organisational standards.
Learning Innovation and Capability DevelopmentResearch and apply emerging learning technologies, instructional practices and learner-centred approaches across organisational learning initiatives to improve programme delivery and support Technical Trainers, resulting in enhanced learning experiences and stronger organisational capability.
Our recruitment valuesHENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organisational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.
Final date to receive applications: 12 October 2026.
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