Training Specialist

Overview

Job Title: Training Specialist                                   

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Job Family Code: D – Human Resources

Function/Branch: Training

Directorate: Safety & Mission Assurance

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time        

Pay Type: Exempt         

Grade: A08 (DA0808)

Salary Range or Starting Hourly Rate: $80,000 - $106,000/ per year

 

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Training Specialist supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment Contract, at Arnold Engineering Development Complex, Arnold Air Force Base, TN. The Training Specialist will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for supporting the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

 

Open to external candidates

 

Job Summary

The Training Specialist will support the Training function performing a broad range of administrative and technical tasks to develop and maintain systems and processes while leveraging effective communication skills and working relationships with management and employees across the mission areas.

 

Job Duties:

• Performs broad range of administrative and technical tasks in support of the Training Branch.
• Designs, develops, and delivers computer-based training courses on a wide variety of subjects using industry standard techniques and providing technical elements to build a complete training package which includes but is not limited to photography, research, course scripts, video, simulations, and voice recording.
• Responsible for the development, revision, and maintenance of Workforce Qualification, Safety, and other training in coordination with the Training Branch Manager and identified teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and managers across the mission areas to meet training requirements and needs.
• Ensures training courses meet applicable AEDC standards and requirements.
• Translates complex technical concepts into easily digestible content & curriculum, creating a variety of learning materials, including e-learning modules, instructor-led classroom materials, facilitator guides, & participant workbooks.
• Manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously in an organized manner.
• Facilitates, leads, & delivers training courses and deploys training content on a variety of topics in coordination with stakeholders.
• Maintains Training systems and processes and supports methods to improve Training services with a focus on quality, continuous improvement, and customer service.
• Evaluates and implements training software, systems, and tools to meet the learning and development needs of the workforce and makes informed recommendations with a focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and modernization.
• Coordinates with Instructors, SMEs, Managers, & vendors to schedule and facilitate both in-person and virtual classroom sessions.
• Develops, writes, revises, and implements technical training materials, processes, plans, and procedures. 
• Collaborates effectively with team members to meet mission needs and deadlines.
• Analyzes learning needs and develops and designs training content to meet those needs.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills across the mission areas.
• Maintains Workforce Qualification database and training systems through regular auditing, tracking, reporting, and input of Workforce Qualification data and other project milestones.
• Monitors training progress of workforce qualifications, learning paths, etc.
• Performs learning application administrator functions for all training systems and applications.
• Coordinates use of software applications and other technology utilized in the delivery of training (Webinars, Microsoft Teams, Training area equipment, etc.).
• Reviews, modifies, and deploys training packages and materials on a scheduled basis.
• Communicates effectively across the mission area with all levels of personnel.
• Assists with required internal and/or external audits and assessments.
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy. 
• Perform other duties as required.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or other related field and a minimum of five (5) years of experience developing, supporting, or delivering education/training, learning and development, workforce qualification, or other structured instructional programs through instructor led, virtual, computer-based, and/or e-learning training content OR A high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of nine (9) years of experience in the same training and development fields.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain active security clearance and maintain authorized user access to the AEDC local area network
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal government contract compliance requirements and the necessity to access secure federal databases and networks on Arnold Air Force Base

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with Learning Management Systems, authoring software, and databases.
• Demonstrated experience in Education Methodology implementing modern strategies.
• Possesses critical, independent thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Skilled in preparation of written communications, oral presentations, and technical writing.
• Demonstrated experience in instructional system design.
• Skilled in developing and using reporting tools and managing and analyzing data, including utilization of software programs such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work within assigned teams with limited supervision, exercise sound, independent judgement

and decision-making, take initiative to resolve issues, adapt to evolving environments, problem-solve, and support team success across the company.

• Must possess skills regarding the application of standard training techniques, processes, procedures, and criteria in carrying out mission critical training-related tasks.
• Skilled in evaluation and implementation of training systems and tools.
• Experience in business enterprise information systems management, such as PeopleSoft, Oracle

WAM, and OBI.

• Possesses ability to prioritize current and new work, managing both efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and AEDC enterprise software applications (PeopleSoft,
• OracleBI, Oracle WAM, etc.).
• Experience with eLearning course development authoring software, such as Articulate, Captivate, or other.
• Post-graduate coursework in K-12 or Adult Education preferred

 

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

 

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

 

We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC’s rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC’s Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC’s capabilities and capacity beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

 

Join our Team!

U.S. Citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1b, F1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, E-2, E-3, L-1, or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

 

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations and refers to the amount BNH is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time jobs will be adjusted based upon the number of hours agreed to work.

 

A08: $80,000 - $106,000 / year at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. 

 

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment 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, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.