Principal Training Developer

BAE Systems Plc•Huntsville, AL

39d•$60,076 - $102,130

About The Position

At BAE Systems, we're dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact. As a Principal Training Developer, you'll play a critical role in supporting end-user awareness for a large government enterprise contract, serving the customer. This is a unique opportunity to assess training needs, develop comprehensive plans, and deliver targeted trainings for enterprise-level initiatives, ensuring users are equipped to adopt new IT systems, processes, and tools effectively. Aligned with federal standards like NIST, FISMA, and ITIL 4 practices, you'll drive knowledge transfer, performance improvement, and compliance through engaging, scalable training programs in mission-critical environments. As a senior training developer, you'll be responsible for assessing end-user training needs through surveys, stakeholder interviews, and performance gap analyses to identify skill deficiencies for enterprise-level IT initiatives. You'll develop customized training plans, deliver trainings via virtual/in-person formats, and design and create training materials, incorporating adult learning principles and accessibility standards. Your expertise will help drive seamless integration, compliance, and effective training programs. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, including the development of training solutions that support mission-critical initiatives. You'll collaborate with stakeholders to align trainings with initiative timelines and integrate with knowledge management systems. If you're passionate about training development, and have a strong track record of delivering results, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of experience in training development and delivery, with hands-on expertise assessing needs and creating plans for enterprise-level IT initiatives in government or large enterprise settings
Proven track record designing and delivering effective trainings to diverse end-user groups, including evaluation for impact
Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)
Strong knowledge of federal training standards (e.g., NIST cybersecurity awareness) and ITIL practices for service knowledge management
Proficiency in training tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, LMS platforms like Moodle) and adult learning methodologies
Excellent facilitation, analytical, and communication skills for engaging virtual/in-person audiences

Nice To Haves

ATD (Association for Talent Development) Instructional Design Certificate
Experience supporting DoD or large federal enterprise trainings, including IT system adoptions and compliance-focused programs
ITIL 4 Foundation certification
Background in e-learning development and metrics tools (e.g., Kirkpatrick model for evaluation)
Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., Certified Professional in Learning and Performance - CPLP)

Responsibilities

assessing end-user training needs through surveys, stakeholder interviews, and performance gap analyses to identify skill deficiencies for enterprise-level IT initiatives
develop customized training plans
deliver trainings via virtual/in-person formats
design and create training materials, incorporating adult learning principles and accessibility standards
align trainings with initiative timelines and integrate with knowledge management systems

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.