Principal Training Developer

Job Description
Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support
At BAE Systems, we're dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact. As a Principal Training Developer, you'll play a critical role in supporting end-user awareness for a large government enterprise contract, serving the customer. This is a unique opportunity to assess training needs, develop comprehensive plans, and deliver targeted trainings for enterprise-level initiatives, ensuring users are equipped to adopt new IT systems, processes, and tools effectively. Aligned with federal standards like NIST, FISMA, and ITIL 4 practices, you'll drive knowledge transfer, performance improvement, and compliance through engaging, scalable training programs in mission-critical environments.
As a senior training developer, you'll be responsible for assessing end-user training needs through surveys, stakeholder interviews, and performance gap analyses to identify skill deficiencies for enterprise-level IT initiatives. You'll develop customized training plans, deliver trainings via virtual/in-person formats, and design and create training materials, incorporating adult learning principles and accessibility standards. Your expertise will help drive seamless integration, compliance, and effective training programs.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, including the development of training solutions that support mission-critical initiatives. You'll collaborate with stakeholders to align trainings with initiative timelines and integrate with knowledge management systems. If you're passionate about training development, and have a strong track record of delivering results, we want to hear from you.
Location:
This person shall be located within 50 miles of Huntsville, VA.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience in training development and delivery, with hands-on expertise assessing needs and creating plans for enterprise-level IT initiatives in government or large enterprise settings
• Proven track record designing and delivering effective trainings to diverse end-user groups, including evaluation for impact
• Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)
• Strong knowledge of federal training standards (e.g., NIST cybersecurity awareness) and ITIL practices for service knowledge management
• Proficiency in training tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, LMS platforms like Moodle) and adult learning methodologies
• Excellent facilitation, analytical, and communication skills for engaging virtual/in-person audiences

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• ATD (Association for Talent Development) Instructional Design Certificate
• Experience supporting DoD or large federal enterprise trainings, including IT system adoptions and compliance-focused programs
• ITIL 4 Foundation certification
• Background in e-learning development and metrics tools (e.g., Kirkpatrick model for evaluation)
• Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., Certified Professional in Learning and Performance - CPLP)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $60076 - $102130
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.