Training Specialist 4 (Decatur)

Training Specialist 4

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team. Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As an Organizational Learning & Development Specialist 4, you will be the driving force behind building and sustaining a world-class training ecosystem that empowers our Production Operations workforce. In this role, you will :

• Design & Deliver Training : Lead delivery of electrical, mechanical assembly, manufacturing, and safety training programs for employees at all levels across Production Operations.
• Apply Instructional Design Expertise : Develop engaging and effective learning materialsincluding presentations, lesson plans, exercises, simulations, job aids, and assessmentsusing proven adult learning principles.
• Develop Digital Learning Solutions : Build interactive e-learning content with authoring tools (Adobe Captivate, Articulate Studio / 360, or similar) to scale training access and impact.
• Collaborate with Experts : Partner with Environmental Health & Safety, Material & Process Engineering, and other SMEs to ensure training aligns with current regulations, standards, and organizational requirements.
• Evaluate & Improve Programs : Conduct needs assessments, measure training effectiveness, and continuously refine course material based on feedback and performance outcomes.
• Consult on Performance : Work with internal customers to identify skill gaps, create in-house solutions, and prepare employees for expanded responsibilities.
• Lead & Manage Projects : Take ownership of training initiatives, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and ensure timely, high-quality delivery of learning programs.
• Leverage Advanced LMS Expertise : Manage curriculum, course catalogs, qualifications, certifications, assignments, and rosters while ensuring compliance and accuracy within the Learning Management System.
• Stay Ahead of Trends : Keep current on the latest learning theories, motivational strategies, and instructional technologies to bring innovation into ULA's training environment.
• Adapt & Support Operations : Provide training across shifts and locations to meet business needs in a dynamic production setting.

Required Education : Bachelor

Required Years of Experience : Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

What makes ULA different? Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including :

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a 9 / 80 schedule, meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.