Flight Training Instructional Systems Designer

Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run “Business Resource Group” communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world? 

Get ready for a career at the leading edge of the airline industry! Our Flight Operations team works hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably and efficiently every single day. From industry leadership and pioneering technologies to next-level training — our Flight Ops team hires, trains, qualifies and supports the best pilots in the industry. The moments we share in the air and on the ground with our customers and our colleagues make United a special place to work and a great way to fly, together.

This position will be posted until December 2, 2024

Key Responsibilities: 

Flight Training Instructional Systems Designers (FTISD) are responsible for the design and development of pilot training content using Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodologies. Duties include but are not limited to the design and development of eLearning content, technical manuals, and pilot training materials. This can include graphics, audio, video, animation, and other digital media included in pilot training.

This role is responsible for instructional design, training content, and eLearning module development. Position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing revisions of technical instructional manuals. Experience in planning, time management, and executing projects in group settings and individually is required for long-term success in this role. May perform other job duties as directed by leadership.

Qualifications

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): 

• Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 years of experience in Instructional Systems Design or a related field.
• 2-3 years of technical writing experience, with specific emphasis on authoring of sophisticated technical training materials.
• Ability to write, update, edit and review technical documentation using established formats, styles, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of and ability to consistently apply basic editorial standards.
• Experience with Articulate Storyline 360.
• Proficient using technical authoring tools.
• Proficient performing detailed development of eLearning modules or courseware.
• Experience working in a team environment with multiple, concurrent projects and deadlines.

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design.
• eLearning Development Certification.
• 5+ years experience in technical writing.
• Experience using ADDIE development methods.
• Detailed knowledge of curriculum design and development.
• Experience with Oxygen authoring software.
• Proven experience as a technical writer or in a related role within the aviation industry or a highly regulated environment.
• Written and verbal communication skills, including editing course content for correct punctuation, syntax, and grammar.
• Knowledge of graphic arts design, multimedia production, video, and digital photography.

Starting monthly rate is $6,688.37, subject to a collective bargaining agreement. Bonus eligible: yes

At United, we offer a competitive compensation package, with benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off,401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, pension, and flight privileges. Benefits are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT