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Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we're not just an airline, we're a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we're built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we're driven by purpose.
If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.
Position Summary: The Instructional Design Specialist plays a key role in the design, development, and continuous improvement of instructional content for the Flight Operations department related to pilot training. This position will collaborate with Training Managers, Instructors, Evaluators, and Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to deliver optimal training experience for all learners covered by Flight Operations, with an emphasis on training center students and attendees. This position will also ensure compliance with all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulatory requirements pertaining to pilot training.
Major Job Accountabilities:
- Content creation responsibilities include but are not limited to the design and development of instructor guides, syllabi, and learning objectives documents. Create and maintain instructional materials such as facilitator/participant guides, job aids, and other learning resources.
- Design and development of engaging training materials for a variety of delivery methods, such as instructor-led, computer-based training modules and storyboards.
- Reviews and interprets Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Company policies, Collective Bargaining Agreement(s) (CBA) and applies guidance and insight on the instructional design as it pertains to AQP.
- This role will analyze multiple sources of data to determine training program effectiveness and efficiency and summarize results in formal reports. Establish and maintain formal and informal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track effectiveness of training programs and initiatives via qualitative and quantitative data.
- Administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining formal documentation of government and corporate programs, an electronic Program Audit Data Base (PADB), and a training recording/certification system.
- Serve as a SME on adult learning theory, instructional methods, and compliance requirements to produce analysis reports, design documents, curriculum outlines, instructor courseware and regulatory documentation.
- Exercise expert understanding of complex technical training programs to work with a wide range of stakeholders at all leadership levels to ensure that pilot training programs are effective, efficient, compliant, and aligned with corporate safety and operational objectives, FARs and the CBA. This role will regularly contribute to the development of new training concepts, techniques, and standards by using ISD methodologies.
- Operating in a highly regulated environment, this role routinely supports internal and external audits, understanding Pilot Audit Data Base (PADB), and a training recording/certification system to identify skills gaps and training needs.
- Develop and convert draft/content from SMEs into effective learning objects; responsibilities include elements of all phases of the Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate (ADDIE) model.
- Ensure timely transmission of data or content as described in the implementation plan. Practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
- Maintains working knowledge of CRM/TEM including FAA regulations, Advisory Circulars, ICAO, and other international standards.
- Performs all duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) or other senior Training Staff members.
Qualifications:
- Four (4) year degree in Education, Instructional Design, Aviation or equivalent work experience is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of training-related work experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate360, and Microsoft Office360 is required.
- Practical experience using Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodologies
- Practical experience working with technical training subjects and compliance training is a plus
- Certifications from various Instructional Design organizations or associations are preferred:
- Association of Talent Development (ATD) Certified Professional in Learning Development (CPLP)/Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
- International Society of Performance Improvement (ISPI) Certified Performance Technologist (CPT)
- Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
- American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), Certified Quality Process Analyst (CQPA) certification
- AQP design and development experience is a plus.
- Working knowledge of the FARs and Advisory Circulars is a plus.
Special demands:
- Minimum 10% travel required
- Must be flexible and able to work various hours and weekends
- Must have no restrictions on domestic and international travel requirements
Skills:
- Exceptional communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening), with the ability to communicate complex processes to internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritize and cope with shifting demands.
- Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Strong technical coaching skills.
- Excellent technical writing skills. Attention to detail and innovation are critical parts of this role.
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.
Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we're not just an airline, we're a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we're built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we're driven by purpose.
If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.
Position Summary: The Instructional Design Specialist plays a key role in the design, development, and continuous improvement of instructional content for the Flight Operations department related to pilot training. This position will collaborate with Training Managers, Instructors, Evaluators, and Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to deliver optimal training experience for all learners covered by Flight Operations, with an emphasis on training center students and attendees. This position will also ensure compliance with all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulatory requirements pertaining to pilot training.
Major Job Accountabilities:
- Content creation responsibilities include but are not limited to the design and development of instructor guides, syllabi, and learning objectives documents. Create and maintain instructional materials such as facilitator/participant guides, job aids, and other learning resources.
- Design and development of engaging training materials for a variety of delivery methods, such as instructor-led, computer-based training modules and storyboards.
- Reviews and interprets Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Company policies, Collective Bargaining Agreement(s) (CBA) and applies guidance and insight on the instructional design as it pertains to AQP.
- This role will analyze multiple sources of data to determine training program effectiveness and efficiency and summarize results in formal reports. Establish and maintain formal and informal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track effectiveness of training programs and initiatives via qualitative and quantitative data.
- Administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining formal documentation of government and corporate programs, an electronic Program Audit Data Base (PADB), and a training recording/certification system.
- Serve as a SME on adult learning theory, instructional methods, and compliance requirements to produce analysis reports, design documents, curriculum outlines, instructor courseware and regulatory documentation.
- Exercise expert understanding of complex technical training programs to work with a wide range of stakeholders at all leadership levels to ensure that pilot training programs are effective, efficient, compliant, and aligned with corporate safety and operational objectives, FARs and the CBA. This role will regularly contribute to the development of new training concepts, techniques, and standards by using ISD methodologies.
- Operating in a highly regulated environment, this role routinely supports internal and external audits, understanding Pilot Audit Data Base (PADB), and a training recording/certification system to identify skills gaps and training needs.
- Develop and convert draft/content from SMEs into effective learning objects; responsibilities include elements of all phases of the Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate (ADDIE) model.
- Ensure timely transmission of data or content as described in the implementation plan. Practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
- Maintains working knowledge of CRM/TEM including FAA regulations, Advisory Circulars, ICAO, and other international standards.
- Performs all duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) or other senior Training Staff members.
Qualifications:
- Four (4) year degree in Education, Instructional Design, Aviation or equivalent work experience is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of training-related work experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate360, and Microsoft Office360 is required.
- Practical experience using Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodologies
- Practical experience working with technical training subjects and compliance training is a plus
- Certifications from various Instructional Design organizations or associations are preferred:
- Association of Talent Development (ATD) Certified Professional in Learning Development (CPLP)/Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)
- International Society of Performance Improvement (ISPI) Certified Performance Technologist (CPT)
- Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)
- American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), Certified Quality Process Analyst (CQPA) certification
- AQP design and development experience is a plus.
- Working knowledge of the FARs and Advisory Circulars is a plus.
Special demands:
- Minimum 10% travel required
- Must be flexible and able to work various hours and weekends
- Must have no restrictions on domestic and international travel requirements
Skills:
- Exceptional communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening), with the ability to communicate complex processes to internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritize and cope with shifting demands.
- Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Strong technical coaching skills.
- Excellent technical writing skills. Attention to detail and innovation are critical parts of this role.
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in instructional design manager jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in instructional design, education, or a related field
- 5 or more years of experience in instructional design or learning and development
- Proficiency with authoring tools such as Articulate 360 or Adobe Captivate
- Experience managing or mentoring a team of instructional designers
- Familiarity with learning management systems and SCORM or xAPI standards
- Ability to conduct needs analysis and measure training effectiveness using data
Tips for Your Instructional Design Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to the reporting structure
Instructional design manager roles differ sharply depending on whether you'll manage a team of designers or report directly to a CLO. Call out people-management experience, budget ownership, and cross-functional stakeholder work separately from your individual contributor credits.
Build a portfolio that shows process, not just output
Hiring committees want to see your design process, not polished final courses. Include storyboards, needs-analysis documents, and before-and-after revisions that show how you scoped a project, managed feedback, and measured learning outcomes.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists instructional design manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by authoring tools named in the posting
Many postings require proficiency in specific authoring tools like Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or Lectora. Lead with whichever tool a posting emphasizes in your resume summary so your application clears keyword filters quickly.
Prepare a walk-through of a failed project
Interviewers for manager-level roles frequently ask about a learning program that underperformed. Prepare a specific example that covers your diagnosis, what you changed, and what the revised metrics showed, since this question often separates final candidates.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify team size, whether the role is a backfill or new headcount, and what the annual learning budget is. These factors affect your day-to-day authority and long-term growth more than a small salary difference.
Instructional Design Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most instructional design managers?
The most active employers for instructional design managers right now are UPS, C&W Services, and Samaritan's Purse, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, large technology companies, and financial institutions tend to post the most volume at the manager level.
How many instructional design manager jobs are remote?
About 67% of instructional design manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly the function has shifted toward digital delivery. Roles focused on e-learning development and LMS administration tend to be the most remote, while positions that require on-site facilitation or studio production work are more likely to be in-person.
How do you become an instructional design manager?
Start by building several years of hands-on experience as an instructional designer, earning fluency in at least one major authoring tool and an understanding of adult learning principles. Move into a lead or senior designer role where you can mentor others, own a project end-to-end, and present directly to stakeholders. A master's degree in instructional design or learning science strengthens your candidacy, as does a portfolio that documents measurable learning outcomes rather than just finished deliverables.
Can I get an instructional design manager job with limited experience?
Getting hired at the manager level with limited experience is competitive, but it's possible if you can demonstrate leadership in another way. Project lead credits, volunteer program design work, or a strong portfolio showing end-to-end ownership from analysis through evaluation can substitute for formal management history. Targeting smaller organizations or nonprofits, where the manager role often covers both design and coordination, is a practical entry point before moving to larger teams.
What does the instructional design manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your background and tool experience, followed by a hiring manager conversation about your design philosophy and team leadership approach. A portfolio review or case study exercise is common at the next stage, where you may be asked to critique an existing course or outline a solution to a training gap. Final rounds usually include a panel with stakeholders from HR, operations, or the business unit the role supports.
Where can I find and apply to instructional design manager jobs?
You can find and apply to instructional design manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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