Organizational Learning Specialist

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is a supplier of advanced electromagnetic systems, related power equipment and other high technology products for a variety of government and commercial applications. These include products such as the design and fabrication of linear motors, superconducting and conventional rotating motors, power inverters, high-energy capacitors, radiation monitoring systems, high-voltage direct current power distribution systems, and numerous other products.

Under general direction, this position is responsible for developing and coordinating training programs for operational or functional employees in accordance with technical specifications or learning requirements that include, but is not limited to engineering instructions, technical orders and procedures and military/government regulations. This role also plans, develops, and/or implements learning content and coordinates the development of eLearning, job aids, learning solutions, and associated learning materials, and performs related Learning Management System functions. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and coordinates learning solutions; conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities.
• Develops training schedules; course content and coordinates the development of training aids; in coordination with internal customers, contractors, or vendors, develops in-house programs, job aids, and activities to address developmental needs.
• Develops and administers student examinations; continuously reviews and revises learning content to meet new training requirements and to keep technical information up to date.
• Maintains completion and/or certification records on trained personnel within the company Learning Management System.
• Supports LMS functions for content upload, records of training, marketing of learning events and responds to internal customers through a shared training mailbox.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or as required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a Bachelors Degree in a related field and six or more years experience designing, developing and administering training programs.
• Must have a complete understanding of division/subsidiary/affiliate product(s) and responsibilities and be able to understand and integrate technical writing source material into a training curriculum.
• Must possess the ability to: provide leadership; schedule and coordinate multiple work phases; determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level; and have experience demonstrating a basic application of training practices, techniques, and standards.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • the ability to develop solutions to a variety of non- routine problems;
  • strong verbal and written communication and presentations skills to accurately train and report findings to a variety of audiences;
  • strong interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees;
  • the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information;
  • the ability, in some positions, to obtain a security clearance
  • excellent computer skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.