Northrop Grumman · 13 hours ago
Learning & Development Specialist - R10222458-2
Linthicum Heights, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$82K/yr - $128K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, seeking a Learning & Development Specialist to join their Enterprise Critical Skills Development team. This role involves designing, developing, and deploying learning solutions to meet critical business and workforce development needs, utilizing instructional design expertise and collaboration with stakeholders.
AerospaceBig DataManufacturingData IntegrationRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Develop measurable learning objectives using Bloom’s taxonomy and design instruction that manages cognitive load and incorporates learning frameworks
Apply instructional design theories and learning methodologies to create impactful learning materials
Consult on multiple L&D projects, providing thought leadership and instructional design expertise
Develop and deliver innovative and engaging virtual and/or in-person training and development offerings, emphasizing experiential and simulation-based learning
Collaborate with stakeholders and subject matter experts on the planning, development, implementation, and sustainment of talent development solutions
Conduct subject matter expert interviews to collect information on high-priority skills and business outcomes
Manage L&D projects through the full ADDIE lifecycle, including establishing goals, learning objectives and timelines
Coordinate project meetings, track progress, and identify/address risks
Prepare presentations and brief stakeholders at multiple levels across the organization
Design and implement upskilling solutions that apply adult learning principles and industry best practices
Ensure learning materials meet Universal Design for Learning principles and accessibility standards
Create eLearning curriculum and course assets with clear learning outcomes, storyboards, and sequenced content for optimal flow
Demonstrate proficiency with Articulate Storyline for interactive eLearning development
Build responsive, modular courses using Articulate Rise
Qualification
Required
5 Years of relevant experience with Bachelors; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD. Experience and education will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement. 4 years of additional experience is required with a HS diploma; an additional 2 years with an Associate's degree
Demonstrated experience developing, leading and assessing learning and development
Demonstrated experience in instructional design models, technology and leveraging learning theories
Demonstrated experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and influencing stakeholders
Possess demonstrated experience leveraging adult learning theory, the ADDIE model, Blooms Taxonomy and ISD best practices to design, develop and deliver learning solutions
Incorporate creative problem solving, rapid prototyping, and innovative thinking to learning solutions
Exercise creativity and independent thinking to envision and develop new learning solutions
Partner with subject matter experts to identify target audience, development needs, learning outcomes and delivery approach
Combine instructional design skills with an intense focus on execution to deliver high quality products on time
Take initiative in advancing individual projects and the larger team's goals
Navigate ambiguous situations and adapt to shifting priorities, proactively providing thought leadership
Possess strong organizational and project management skills
Possess exceptional verbal/written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at the highest levels
Possess exceptional relationship-building skills, with an ability to manage the demands of multiple stakeholders
Preferred
Worked in/around the technical & functional domains we support (e.g., Systems Engineering, Software, Manufacturing, Program Management, Business Development)
Experience with eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Adobe Captivate/Articulate Storyline)
Experience with Learning Management System
Experience using Kirkpatrick's Evaluation Model
Experience performing LMS administration tasks, including user provisioning, role assignments, enrollment automation, reporting, and analytics dashboards
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
Recent News
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