Instructional Designer & Elearning Content Developer Contractor

Instructional Designer & eLearning Content Developer Contractor

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Team

We are seeking an experienced Instructional Designer / eLearning Content Developer to support our global onboarding transformation. This contract role will lead the evaluation of our current learning content, make recommendations on delivery methods, and create engaging digital modules to scale onboarding across our global hubs. The role requires strong expertise in both instructional design and content development, with extensive experience in Cornerstone OnDemand and modern e-learning authoring tools. In addition, the role will curate digital content using LinkedIn Learning to design customized learning pathways for managers, leaders, and individual contributors. This is a three-month contract role, based at our Costa Mesa, CA HQ, with the opportunity to make a direct impact on shaping how new employees experience joining our company.

What You'll Do

Content Audit & Recommendations:

• Audit all existing onboarding and learning content.
• Make recommendations on what to keep as in-person synchronous learning versus what can be redesigned as asynchronous digital content.
• Ensure recommendations are aligned with the global onboarding strategy and blended delivery model.

Content Redesign & Development:

• Convert synchronous instructor-led content into asynchronous e-learning modules.
• Use tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Synthesia, or similar to create engaging, interactive modules.
• Ensure accessibility, scalability, and quality standards are met across all redesigned content.

LMS Implementation (Cornerstone):

• Upload, configure, and manage onboarding content in Cornerstone OnDemand.
• Create course structures, learning paths, and reporting mechanisms.
• Troubleshoot and support integration of custom content.

Content Curation (LinkedIn Learning):

• Curate LinkedIn Learning content into structured pathways for managers, leaders, and individual contributors.
• Design customized learning journeys to support specific onboarding needs (manager capability, leadership effectiveness, technical skill-building, etc.).
• Monitor and refine pathways for engagement and impact.

Collaboration & Process Improvement:

• Partner with onboarding, learning, and business stakeholders to ensure rapid redesign and alignment.
• Recommend process improvements for efficient, blended onboarding delivery at scale.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in instructional design and e-learning content development.
• Extensive experience with Cornerstone OnDemand (course setup, learning paths, reporting).
• Strong skills with authoring tools (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Rise, Synthesia, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated success in converting ILT (instructor-led training) into engaging digital learning.
• Experience curating and customizing content using LinkedIn Learning or similar platforms.
• Strong project management and collaboration skills; able to work with multiple stakeholders to deliver results quickly.
• Experience in global onboarding, employee experience, or leadership development.
• Familiarity with blended learning strategies and onboarding process design.
• Background in tech, defense, or manufacturing industries.

Contract Details

• Duration: 3 months
• Location: HQ (Orange County, CA)
• Engagement: Contractor / Project-based

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents. For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!