Senior Instructional Designer, Operations Training

SweetRush Inc.

🇺🇸In-Person - Dallas/Fort Worth, TX$50–$60/hr9mo ago

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Role Snapshot

Senior Instructional Designer for a W2 contract role with SweetRush focusing on developing comprehensive training programs for Command Center Operations in the autonomous vehicle industry based in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas.

Key Responsibilities: Lead design of end-to-end training programs including onboarding, simulations, scenario-based learning, and assessments for Command Center roles; conduct needs analyses, create instructional materials, collaborate with subject matter experts, mentor junior designers, and manage change in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Tools: 6+ years of instructional design experience with strong knowledge of instructional design models, proficiency in eLearning tools (Rise, Storyline, Camtasia), excellent communication skills, and familiarity with AI tools. Experience in technical or safety-critical environments is required.

Qualifications: 6+ years of instructional design experience with preferred background in aviation, utilities, or transportation industries. Technical expertise and experience designing for safety-critical systems are essential.

Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas

Compensation: $50–$60/hr

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Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead the design of end-to-end training programs for Command Center Operations, safety-critical, and technical roles
Conduct needs analyses and translate performance goals into structured learning journeys
Create high-quality instructional materials (eLearning, ILT, blended learning) using our client’s branding and standards
Collaborate with SMEs, trainers, and stakeholders to validate content and ensure accuracy
Support version control, documentation, and compliance tracking in partnership with Training Program Managers
Mentor junior instructional designers and review deliverables for quality

Required Skills

6+ years of experience in instructional design, ideally in technical or safety-critical environments
Proven experience designing for field-based, operational, or frontline audiences
Strong grasp of instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM), adult learning theory, and behavioral outcomes
Excellent visual communication and writing skills—you're clear, compelling, and on-brand
Experience using eLearning tools (Rise, Storyline, Camtasia, Vyond, Kahoot, Questionmark, Workday LMS, and Google Suite)
Familiarity with AI tools is a plus

Bonus Skills

Bonus: Experience in aviation, utilities, manufacturing, autonomous vehicles, or transportation, prior experience in AV or a similar fast-paced industry
Professional Certifications (instructional design)
Experience with GenAI, game design, branching scenarios, Wellsaid, etc.

SweetRush is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SweetRush will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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