Training and Development Specialist

• Dependent upon qualifications

Summit 7 is here to rise above the ordinary. The work we do here goes far beyond day-to-day projects - it further protects the US defense industrial base from cyber threats, fosters thought leadership, and creates growth opportunities. Our support staff, sales team and technicians are all coming together to make a difference. We also recognize that you're a person with life beyond work, that's why we invest in meaningful health and welfare benefits such as:

• Excellent health/dental benefits from BCBS and Ameritas
• See into the future with our luxurious VSP vision benefits
• Prepare for the long-haul courtesy of our 401k with company matching
• 10 days' vacation, 7 days sick time
• Bonuses and salary increase potential via our certifications plan

We do cool work here, defying expectations by simply being who we are - each of us makes an impact.

Position Summary

Summit 7 is seeking a TrainingDevelopment Specialist to build and execute learning programs that support growth across the organization. This role will collaborate closely with the VP of Human Resources and cross-functional leaders to assess training needs, develop content, and support employee development at all levels. The Specialist will manage and continuously improve the organization's learning systems, ensure programs align with business goals and compliance requirements, and help employees and leaders strengthen the skills that drive performance. You'll be encouraged to bring ideas forward, contribute to team solutions, and grow your capabilities in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program DesignFacilitation

• Conduct assessments to identify skill gaps and training needs through surveys, interviews, or consultation with managers.
• Collaborate with leadership to align learning initiatives with growth priorities.
• Design, develop, and implement engaging and effective training programs aligned to organizational needs and goals, incorporating a variety of training methodologies, techniques, concepts, and learning tools.
• Create and maintain training materials using Articulate 360, Office 365, and in-house LMS authoring tools.
• Facilitate training sessions using varied methodologies to accommodate different learning styles.

Training Administration

• Manage and maintain the organization's Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver online training.
• Track employee development and training completion via LMS metrics.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure organizational compliance with industry-specific certification requirements, and support employees in maintaining up-to-date credentials.
• Analyze trends and metrics for assigned areas of responsibility, develop solutions, and prepare information for presentation of data to key leaders and stakeholders.
• Connect training progress to performance discussions and career path planning, helping employees identify growth opportunities.
• Enhance role-specific onboarding by aligning training resources to key milestones and reducing time-to-productivity in each role.

Job Specifications

• Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. This is a non-negotiable requirement of any position on the Human Resources team.
• S. Citizen with the ability to pass an extensive background check.
• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Candidates with 3-5 years of relevant experience in training program development, LMS management, or instructional technology will be strongly considered.
• Advanced certifications like CPLP or CPTD are preferred, or a strong interest in pursuing them as part of your development path at Summit 7.
• Experience applying instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE) to build effective classroom and e-learning programs.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to learn new systems quickly and apply them in a training context.
• Proficiency in LMS and e-learning platforms, with the technical aptitude to quickly learn and apply new systems.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously.
• Ability to analyze data and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
• Creative and strategic thinking abilities to design innovative training programs that meet organizational needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and facilitate training sessions for diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Able to work proactively within a team environment, taking ownership of tasks while seeking direction when needed.

Tools/Systems Required

• Learning Management Systems (e.g., Paycor, KnowBe4); SharePoint familiarity is a plus
• Articulate 360 and Microsoft PowerPoint for course creation and content delivery
• Office 365 for documentation, communication, and collaboration
• Adobe Creative Suite (optional; for visual and design support)

Export Control Notice: This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of national origin or immigration status. If a candidate does not meet the definition of a "U.S. Person" (as defined in 22 CFR 120.15), the company will assess whether an export license is required. If a license is required, any offer of employment will be contingent upon the candidate's eligibility for, and the company's ability to obtain, such a license in accordance with U.S. law. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, and refugees.

Summit 7 Systems is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer and an alcohol and drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.