Instructional Design Specialist
About the job
- An associate degree or higher.
- At least 2 years of skill and expertise using Captivate or other instructional development software.
- At least 3 years of skill and expertise developing and designing online courses.
- Basic knowledge and experience in Emergency Management and/or Occupational Health and Safety disciplines.
- Strong technical writing and Microsoft Office skills, and familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint.
- Successful completion of a corporate background investigation, including criminal and credit checks.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government suitability determination or security clearance.
- Work with the Branch Chief to identify and assess training objectives and needs, evaluate and strategize training delivery options, and research and develop course materials for classroom and online training.
- Analyze and evaluate current training and training plans to ensure compliance with federal, departmental, and agency policies and standards.
- Research an automated training tracking system for over 60 operational guidebook lessons and provide options to Branch Chiefs.
- Work with stakeholders to develop and implement the training rollout plan, ensuring training is properly available in the agency’s Learning Management System and that the target audience completes it as required.
- Design and develop training programs, courses, instructional materials, and educational tools.
- Design learning solutions targeted at employees, students, or clients of the organization.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content is accurate and thorough.
- Use print, audio, visual, and multimedia formats, selecting an appropriate format for the target audience or content.
- Evaluate training-program results and modify future programs to better meet training goals.
- Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff.
About the company
Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Founded
1995
Get referred to Akima
See people who can refer or advise you
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
- Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
- Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.
What critics are saying
- Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
- Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
- Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.
What makes Akima unique
- NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
- Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
- Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match