Instructional Designer
About the job
- At least 5 years of applicable instructional-design, training-development, or technical-training experience.
- A bachelor's of science degree in Instructional Design, Business, Organizational Development, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience developing technical training for government, Department of Defense, or large enterprise environments.
- Experience using Adobe Captivate and Adobe editing tools, including Audition, and the Microsoft Office suite.
- ITIL 4 Foundation certification and strong operational knowledge of the ITIL framework.
- Experience developing SCORM-compliant eLearning materials.
- Ability to quickly learn technical software platforms and translate system functionality into effective user training.
- Strong written communication, editing, facilitation, and organizational skills.
- Experience developing branched learning scenarios, simulations, and interactive training.
- Experience working with subject matter experts to validate technical content.
- Familiarity with training environments, software releases, testing, and configuration changes.
- Experience with Adobe Captivate and/or Articulate 360.
- Active Secret clearance is required.
- Design and develop interactive computer-based courseware for technical and end-user training.
- Convert complex technical information, workflows, and requirements into clear instructional content.
- Develop storyboards, flow diagrams, scenarios, simulations, and supporting training materials.
- Create and update computer-based training, just-in-time videos, quick reference guides, and job aids.
- Ensure training products remain aligned with current BMC Remedy/Helix functionality and United States Marine Corps IT service management processes.
- Work directly with technical subject matter experts and customer stakeholders to understand system changes, process updates, and new training requirements.
- Validate the technical accuracy and usability of instructional content.
- Participate in reviews, demonstrations, and working sessions with program and customer teams.
- Support validation of training environments against production configurations.
- Coordinate with technical teams to test training procedures and system workflows.
- Help ensure courseware remains synchronized with system releases and configuration changes.
- Develop work plans, schedules, estimates, and status updates for assigned training activities.
- Track assigned deliverables through completion and provide input to weekly and monthly program reporting.
- Participate in peer reviews and quality checks of training products.
- Maintain consistency with established style, quality, and instructional-design standards.
- Maintain training records and documentation supporting CMMI and internal quality processes.
- Develop SCORM 2004-compliant computer-based training modules using the Marine Corps Systems Approach to Training methodology and the ADDIE model.
- Develop just-in-time training videos covering core computer-based training and system functionality.
- Develop quick reference guides, job aids, and other end-user support materials.
- Experience with BMC Remedy, BMC Helix, ServiceNow, or another enterprise IT service management platform.
- Experience supporting United States Marine Corps or Department of Defense IT service management environments.
- Familiarity with Marine Corps Systems Approach to Training or ADDIE methodology.
- Experience developing training for software migrations or major system modernization efforts.
- Experience with artificial intelligence-enabled content development, knowledge management, or training automation.
- A master's degree in Instructional Design, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) or another relevant industry training certification.
About the company
Quantum Sky provides secure, AI-enabled, and quantum-ready technology solutions for U.S. defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. It helps federal clients modernize critical systems, protect mission data, and operate with faster, more resilient capabilities. Its Project 137 acts as an applied-innovation engine that turns emerging technologies into fielded capabilities across Infrastructure & Platform Operations, Cyber, Decision Advantage, and Quantum. The company differentiates itself with a government-focused product portfolio, strong federal contracting positions (GSA Alliant 2/3, OASIS+, NASA SEWP VI), and leadership with deep defense and intelligence experience, with a goal to help federal agencies modernize systems, secure mission data, and win faster against cyber and AI-driven threats by delivering scalable, end-to-end mission technology.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Founded
2018
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 25, 2026 Air Force awarded Tyto Athene a $51 million recompete.
- September 24, 2026 hired three business-group EVPs, sharpening capture around defense, intel, civilian.
- Quantum Sky holds Alliant 2, Alliant 3, OASIS+, and NASA SEWP VI vehicles.
What critics are saying
- Maryland WARN filings show 39 Tyto Athene layoffs effective May 31, 2026.
- Quantum Sky must convert August and September 2026 leadership hires into booked revenue quickly.
- Leidos, SAIC, and CACI can outscale Quantum Sky; contract losses threaten viability.
What makes Quantum Sky unique
- Quantum Sky rebranded from Tyto Athene on August 4, 2026 for federal mission tech.
- Arlington Capital Partners backs Quantum Sky's quantum-ready and AI-enabled government platform.
- Project 137 packages repeatable capabilities across cyber, decision advantage, infrastructure, and quantum.
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Health Insurance
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Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Referral Bonuses
Professional Development Budget
Hybrid Work Options
Company News
WASHINGTON, DC, August 27, 2018 – Arlington Capital Partners (“Arlington”), a Washington, DC-based private equity firm, today announced it has completed the acquisition of the Government Solutions division of Black Box Corporation (NASDAQ: BBOX). Going forward, the business will operate independently as Tyto Athene (the “Company” or “Tyto Athene”). Tyto Athene is a full-service systems integrator and managed services provider of communications systems for Department of Defense and Civilian agency enterprise operations worldwide.
Quantum Sky appoints Samantha Moore, Jessica Merriam and Nicole Gibson to lead federal business groups. Quantum Sky has appointed Samantha Moore as executive vice president of the Department of War Business Group; Jessica Merriam as executive vice president of the Intel & Space Business Group; and Nicole Gibson as executive vice president of the Federal Civilian Business Group. "As Quantum Sky continues to grow, we have an opportunity to align our people, technology and operations even more closely around our customers and their missions," said Andrew Boyd, CEO of Quantum Sky. "Samantha, Jessica and Nicole bring deep market expertise, strong operational leadership and proven track records of leading organizations that deliver mission outcomes. This structure gives us greater focus as we bring the full breadth of Quantum Sky's capabilities to our customers." Moore brings over 20 years of experience across defense, intelligence and cloud markets. She most recently served as vice president of the Department of War at SMX. Before that, she held senior leadership roles at Amazon Web Services and spent over a decade with Peraton and predecessor company Solers supporting space, intelligence and defense missions. Merriam joins Quantum Sky from SilverEdge Government Solutions' Intelligence Solutions Group, later acquired by SAIC, where she led an intelligence business supporting Intelligence Community customers, DIA and SOCOM. She previously served as executive director of Intelligence Community programs at CACI, and spent over 20 years as a military intelligence officer spanning assignments within Joint Special Operations Command and the National Security Council. Gibson brings over 25 years of experience in enterprise transformation, operational excellence and business growth to Quantum Sky. She most recently worked with Guidehouse's senior leadership team on enterprise transformation, and spent 10 years as a partner at PwC and Guidehouse leading Intelligence Community and Office of the Secretary of War portfolios. "Quantum Sky is entering an important next phase of growth, and this leadership structure is built to support that momentum," said Michael Lustbader, a managing partner at Arlington Capital Partners. "Together, Arlington and Quantum Sky are investing in quantum computing and other differentiated technologies to support the company's expansion across key federal markets and deliver enduring value for its customers and their missions." Staff Writer WashingtonExec celebrates the people, programs, and milestones shaping the Washington, D.C. government contracting community. Join 30,000+ leaders who start their day with The Daily. Our latest executive profiles, council news, and GovCon headlines - every morning.
Quantum Sky has appointed three executive vice presidents to lead newly aligned customer-focused business groups: Department of War, Intel & Space, and Federal Civilian. Samantha Moore will head the Department of War Business Group, bringing over 20 years of experience from SMX, Amazon Web Services, and Peraton. Jessica Merriam will lead the Intel & Space Business Group, joining from SilverEdge Government Solutions and previously serving with CACI and as an intelligence officer for more than 20 years. Nicole Gibson will oversee the Federal Civilian Business Group, with over 25 years of experience from Guidehouse and PwC. The restructuring aims to strengthen alignment across growth, technology, and operations to better serve federal markets. Quantum Sky, formerly Tyto Athene, is a mission technology company backed by Arlington Capital Partners.
Quantum Sky appoints Sean Thompson as Chief Growth Officer. Insider Brief * Quantum Sky has appointed Sean Thompson as Chief Growth Officer to lead the company's enterprise growth strategy and expand its government business. * Thompson brings more than 25 years of executive experience and previously served as Chief Growth Officer at CBRE Government & Defense Services and IDEMIA North America. * In his new role, Thompson will focus on business development and converting Quantum Sky's technology investments into revenue and long-term value for government customers. Press release - Quantum Sky ("Company," formerly Tyto Athene, LLC), a mission technology integrator building quantum-ready capabilities for government agencies and a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners ("Arlington"), today announced the appointment of Sean Thompson as Chief Growth Officer ("CGO"). In this role, Thompson will lead the Company's enterprise growth strategy, converting Quantum Sky's technology investments into revenue and long-term value for its government customers. "Sean's appointment solidifies our commitment to supporting federal agencies with cutting-edge quantum technology that delivers mission advantage and enables them to operate securely in the quantum era," said Andrew Boyd, CEO of Quantum Sky. "Sean has made a significant impact on Quantum Sky already, jumping into the CGO role, embracing our mission and working to establish strong growth markers for the rest of 2026." Thompson brings more than 25 years of executive experience, spanning operations and sales, with a proven record of building high-performing teams and positioning organizations for sustained growth and strategic success. Prior to Quantum Sky, Thompson served as CGO at CBRE Government & Defense Services, where he led enterprise growth strategy, business development and client engagement across global defense, federal civilian and high-trust commercial markets. Before CBRE, he served as CGO at IDEMIA North America and head of federal sales for Unisys Corporation, setting sales and growth records at both companies. "With his proven success scaling enterprises, Sean joins Quantum Sky at the perfect time to build on the company's momentum and usher in the next phase of expansion," said Michael Lustbader, a managing partner at Arlington Capital Partners. "We saw firsthand the significant role Sean played in turbo-charging the growth of former Arlington portfolio company J&J Worldwide, and backing proven executives across multiple portfolio companies is a hallmark of our approach. Sean's role as CGO will be crucial to developing long-term value and signals a continuation of the company's evolution in 2026." Thompson holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration in accounting and computer information systems from James Madison University and a Master of Science in information technology from the University of Virginia. Mohib ur rehman. Covering quantum and emerging technologies, Mohib explores the intersection of technology, security, and society. His work also frequently examines surveillance infrastructure and the institutions shaping the digital world. In addition to his work at The Quantum Insider, he co-runs SK NEXUS, an independent technology publication that helps readers understand the technologies shaping their lives. Stay Ahead of Quantum Get the latest research, company news, and market intelligence every week. MENTIONED IN THE ARTICLE More in Research
Quantum Sky, formerly Tyto Athene, has appointed Sean Thompson as chief growth officer. The Reston, Virginia-based mission technology integrator builds quantum-ready capabilities for government agencies and is backed by Arlington Capital Partners. Thompson will lead the company's enterprise growth strategy, converting technology investments into revenue for government customers. He brings over 25 years of executive experience in operations and sales. Previously, Thompson served as CGO at CBRE Government & Defence Services, where he led enterprise growth strategy across global defence and federal markets. He also held CGO and senior sales positions at IDEMIA North America and Unisys Corporation. Thompson holds a BBA and MBA from James Madison University and an MSc in information technology from the University of Virginia. His appointment follows the company's recent rebrand and signals its continued expansion in 2026.