Staff Training Program Lead

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. The Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division of Northrop Grumman Space Systems sector pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. We are a trusted mission payload and ground system provider with extensive experience providing end-to-end mission solutions from concept through operations and support. We are seeking a Staff (Level 5) Training Program Lead to join our talented team in Redondo Beach, CA. What you'll get to do: Designs and delivers technical training programs for all levels of personnel. Develops tests and visual aids, conducts training classes, and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities. Keeps abreast of training and development research: learning theory, motivation theory, and new materials, methods, and techniques. Develops in-house programs and practices to identify developmental needs, including preparing personnel for more responsible positions and increasing effectiveness in present assignments. May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop and/or administer training programs. May be responsible for development of e-learning programs. This position is contingent upon program award and/or customer funding. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 12 Years of relevant experience; 10 Years of relevant experience with Masters; 8 Years of relevant experience with PhD. Active Secret Clearance required at the time of application. Experience in developing training programs from design to certification. Strong organizational and leadership skills. Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to develop training modules. Experience in leading working groups and/or sprint review demonstrations. Experience with customer interactions. Ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations 25%. Experience in on-time CDRL delivery. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in coaching and mentoring. Ability to manage a CONUS & OCONUS training schedule. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience in working with cross-functional teams throughout the development process. Active TS/SCI clearance.