Senior Program Manager, Talent Development

Vast • Long Beach, CA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
Vast is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Talent Devlopment reporting to the Director, Talent Development, to build and scale manager and leader capability across the organization.
This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Talent Development, Learning & Development, or related field
• 5+ years leading complex programs or initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in instructional design, facilitation, and learning program execution
• Experience using data to evaluate program effectiveness and drive decisions

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing manager or leadership development programs at scale
• Strong analytical capability (e.g., Excel/Sheets, Tableau, or similar tools; familiarity with correlation/regression a plus)
• Experience with LMS platforms (e.g., Cornerstone) and learning technologies
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels, including senior leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead Enterprise Talent Development Programs
• Own strategy, design, and execution of high-impact programs (e.g., Manager Development, Coaching, Engagement)
• Define program goals, success metrics, and long-term roadmap aligned to business priorities
• Drive cross-functional alignment and execution across departments and stakeholders
• Operate as the primary owner accountable for program outcomes and continuous improvement
• Act as a thought leader and advisor to executives on leadership capability and organizational effectiveness
• Build Manager and Leader Capability
• Design scalable learning experiences that improve leadership effectiveness and team performance
• Translate business needs into targeted development solutions using structured needs analysis
• Partner with senior leaders and SMEs to shape relevant, high-impact learning interventions
• Establish repeatable frameworks, toolkits, and resources for managers at all levels
• Design, Deliver, and Scale Learning Experiences
• Create high-quality learning content (e-learning, workshops, job aids, blended programs)
• Facilitate engaging in-person and virtual learning experiences
• Apply adult learning principles and modern instructional design practices
• Ensure a consistent, high-quality learner experience across all programs
• Drive Measurement, Insights, and Impact
• Define and track program effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data
• Analyze trends across performance, engagement, and learning data to generate actionable insights
• Build and deliver reporting that informs leadership decisions and program evolution
• Continuously improve programs based on data, feedback, and business outcomes

Benefits

• company equity
• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• generous paid time off
• paid parental leave
• short and long-term disability insurance
• life insurance
• access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• ClassPass credits
• personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
• other discounts and perks
• exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge
• lunch subsidized

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed