Learning Specialist Job Listing at Leonardo DRS in Fort Walton Beach, FL (Job ID 1348715900)

Description

Job ID: 113363 

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies.  From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Assist in the management of effective delivery and coordination of training programs for all employees, while supporting the design, development, and enhancement of learning programs that align with organizational goals, drive employee growth, and strengthen talent development initiatives.

• Assist in the management of effective delivery and coordination of training programs for all employees
• Responsible for helping enhance existing training programs
• Help identify and arrange suitable training solutions
• Actively search, creatively design, and suggest effective methods of training
• Consult with management and employees to gain knowledge of work situations requiring training and to better understand changes in procedures, business initiatives and technologies
• Help to coordinate training schedules with the hiring and training demands of the organization
• Assist in the selection or development of teaching aids such as training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials, reference works, etc
• Assist in scheduling training sessions within individual training programs ensuring facility set up, audiovisual set up and employee notification
• Lead the creation and execution of the organization's talent development strategy, including career pathing, mentorship programs, and succession planning, in alignment with business goals and cultural values.
• Oversee all phases of training and development programming—from needs assessment and design to delivery, measurement, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with leadership and People Operations to support employee growth, talent pipelines, and long-term organizational readiness.
• Establish metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and ROI, using data to inform improvements and ensure organizational impact.
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization
• Incorporate AI tools and capabilities into training and talent development processes, ensuring programs evolve with emerging technologies.

• Assist in the coordination of deployment of corporate sponsored training workshops to new and existing employees and work groups, including establishing training schedules, location arrangements, working with consultants, etc.

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Talent development experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and platform skills
• Comfortable communicating with all levels of management and employees
• Superior process consultation and facilitation skills required
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to speak effectively in personal situations and before groups of employees
• Microsoft Office products including strong PowerPoint, Word and Excel required LMS experience a plus

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #AIS