Talent Management Program Manager

Archer•San Jose, CA

3d•$130,800 - $163,500•Onsite

About The Position

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members. We are looking for a Talent Management Program Manager to join our People team and serve as the operational backbone of our Talent Management Center of Excellence (COE). In this role, you will own the end-to-end execution and continuous improvement of programs spanning Performance Management, Learning & Development, Training, Executive Coaching, and Succession Planning. You will also serve as our LMS Administrator, ensuring our learning technology runs seamlessly and effectively. This is a seasoned individual contributor role focused on getting programs launched, measured, and refined. You will partner closely with the People Leadership Team to shape strategy and set priorities, but your primary focus will be delivering high-quality programs that make a meaningful impact on our people and culture. As the Talent Management function grows, this role has the potential to evolve into a people management position.

Requirements

8–10 years of progressive HR or Talent Management experience, with demonstrated success in program delivery across multiple talent disciplines
Hands-on experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS); experience with Docebo is strongly preferred
Proven ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously, balancing competing priorities with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Familiarity with core Talent Management program areas including performance cycles, leadership development, succession planning, and adult learning principles
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to define metrics, interpret program data, and make data-driven recommendations
Excellent communication and facilitation skills; comfortable presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders
A collaborative, service-oriented approach with the ability to work effectively across levels and functions
Self-directed and comfortable operating in ambiguous environments with the ability to create structure where it doesn’t yet exist
Experience working within or alongside an HR COE structure; partnering with People Business Partners preferred

Responsibilities

Own the deployment and day-to-day management of Talent Management programs across Performance Management, L&D, Training, Executive Coaching, and Succession Planning
Serve as the primary LMS Administrator, managing system configuration, user access, course uploads, reporting, and troubleshooting to ensure a seamless learner experience
Partner with the People Leadership Team to co-develop program strategy, define priorities, and identify appropriate resourcing needs
Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and communication calendars for all active programs
Establish and track program KPIs and success metrics; conduct regular reviews to evaluate effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement
Continuously iterate on program design and delivery based on data, feedback, and evolving business needs
Build strong cross-functional relationships with People Business Partners, business leaders, and external vendors to ensure program alignment and stakeholder buy-in
Manage vendor relationships and external facilitators as needed for training and coaching programs
Create clear, engaging program materials including communications, toolkits, guides, and facilitator resources
Maintain a forward-looking program roadmap and help the team anticipate capacity and resource constraints