Manager, Technical Training & Development

Job Description
The Opportunity

BAE Systems Intelligence & Security (I&S) University function is looking for a dedicated professional with the requisite skills, training, and experience to design and implement instructional training programs for the I&S Sector. Directly reporting to the I&S Chief Technology Officer, the Manager, Technical Training and Development will lead I&S University and will work collaboratively with Human Resources and Talent Development. The manager will apply instructional design methodologies and modern trends to development pathways and other key technical training approaches to continuously develop our 6500 employees in the I&S sector of BAE Systems.

The Role

• Lead the I&S University with establishing a solid curriculum through curriculum analysis and instructional design, development, and implementation
• Perform detailed needs and task analyses, scope curriculum, and evaluate existing training options to identify the most appropriate training approach and content to meet the learning needs
• Support the sector CTO and business area Chief Engineers with training strategies and programs to help them achieve their goals
• Engage technical SMEs to set learning and performance objectives
• Develop content/curriculum to meet future business needs that support program execution and operational excellence
• Analyze the audience, content, technologies, operational constraints, and trade offs associated with selecting the best delivery methods for each objective to optimize design and implementation strategy and ensure engagement of our global dispersed workforce
• Design and develop interactive performance-based training approaches in multiple modalities including synchronous remote learning methodologies, blended classroom learning, interactive e-learning modules, tool/process learning labs, etc.
• Review best practices and current approaches from other BAE sectors to leverage existing training and skills analysis

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors degree in training, development, engineering or related technical field and a minimum of ten years directly applicable experience
• Minimum of five years experience with learning theory, instructional technologies, and/or developing and facilitating live training
• Ability to collaborate with other team members to identify best solutions and identify new ideas for innovative training delivery
• Project management skills–demonstrated experience delivering timely and organized approach to achieving project objectives
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Willingness to travel to BAE Systems' office sites

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) highly preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Experience working on federal, DoD, or inteligence programs as a contractor
• Experience as a supervisor on government contracts
• Experience in utilizing learning management tools to create e-learning to include Captivate, Articulate, etc.
• Active security clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132000 - $224400

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including 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. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Salary : $132,000 - $224,400