Learning & Development Specialist

GAMA-1 Technologies • Greenbelt, MD

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Learning & Development Specialist plays a critical role in building a high-performing, mission-ready workforce by designing and delivering impactful learning programs across the employee lifecycle in a remote and on-site work environment.
This role partners closely with leaders and stakeholders to translate business needs, contract requirements, and compliance obligations into structured, scalable learning solutions. From onboarding to leadership development, this position ensures employees are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and tools needed to perform at their best and support organizational success.
This role is primarily remote, but candidates must live in or be able to commute to the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region as occasional in-office work or events may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in learning & development or training delivery
• Experience designing and facilitating training programs in a professional environment
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a government contracting (GovCon) environment
• Familiarity with compliance-based training (ISO, CMMC, federal requirements)
• Experience with platforms such as Percipio or UKG
• Knowledge of instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE)
• Experience supporting leadership development programs

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to identify workforce capability gaps across systems, policies, and emerging technologies
• Design structured learning programs aligned to business goals and contract requirements
• Develop training materials, job aids, and scalable learning content
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences (virtual, instructor-led, blended)
• Deliver programs across compliance, technical training, and professional development
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to deliver specialized training content
• Coordinate training schedules, logistics, and communications
• Manage training records and completion tracking within LMS platforms
• Support administration of learning systems (e.g., Percipio, UKG or similar)
• Measure training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics
• Analyze outcomes and continuously improve program quality and impact
• Update training content to reflect evolving business and compliance needs
• Support required compliance training (ISO, CMMC, ethics, safety, etc.)
• Ensure alignment with regulatory and contractual requirements
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and reporting

Benefits

• health insurance coverage
• life and disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• training and career development opportunities
• paid holidays
• paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees