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Northrop Grumman · 3 hours ago

Senior Facilitator for Business Development & Capture Training - R10219457-3

Palmdale, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$127K/yr - $199K/yr

12+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading company in technological advancements and is seeking a Senior Facilitator for Business Development & Capture Training. The role involves designing and delivering training experiences to enhance the capabilities of the BD and Capture workforce, with a focus on adult learning and collaboration with subject-matter experts.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work with our L&D team to create and facilitate engaging BD/Capture curricula across in‑person, virtual, and hybrid formats

Partner with instructional designers and technical SMEs to produce up‑to‑date, relevant courseware, job aids, quick‑reference guides, and e‑learning modules

Apply a variety of instructional techniques to match diverse learning styles

Maintain a continuous improvement loop for all training assets

Serve as the primary instructor for both vendor‑provided and internally‑developed courses

Lead onboarding experiences for new BD/Capture hires, delivering virtual learning pathways that accelerate ramp‑up

Adapt to evolving business needs and take on other duties as required

Mentor emerging trainers and establish best‑practice facilitation standards

Build and sustain a network of internal BD/Capture leaders, subject‑matter experts, and cross‑functional partners

Support needs‑analysis workshops, gather feedback, and translate insights into actionable training plans

Oversee classroom logistics, material preparation, and technology set‑up

Operate with minimal supervision, proactively shaping solutions as business needs evolve

Define success criteria, collect performance data, and produce impact reports that demonstrate ROI to leadership

Qualification

BD/Capture ExpertiseInstructional AbilityAdult-Learning AcumenStakeholder ManagementTechnology SavvyCollaboration & InfluenceOrganization & AdaptabilityMetrics-Driven ImpactInternational ExperienceInstructional Design ToolsAI-Enabled Learning

Required

Education: Bachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Relevant Experience: Professional experience delivering classroom‑ and virtual‑based training related to U.S. government acquisition with demonstrated ability to motivate learners, drive participation, and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement

BD/Capture Expertise: Ability to translate and deliver Business Development or Capture concepts into learner‑friendly language, even when not a subject‑matter expert

Instructional Ability: Strong facilitation and presentation skills for both in‑person and virtual settings; and proven talent for breaking down complex topics into easy‑to‑understand concepts for audiences of varying roles

Stakeholder Management: Experience collaborating with multiple cross‑functional teams and senior leaders to achieve training objectives. Comfortable interacting with managers, directors, and other senior stakeholders

Adult‑Learning Acumen: Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience applying them in fast‑paced, technical environments

Collaboration & Influence: History of working cross‑functionally, building consensus, and driving commitment to learning initiatives

Organization & Adaptability: Strong project‑management skills; thrives in ambiguous, rapidly changing settings

Technology Savvy: Quick to adopt new learning platforms, LMS tools, and collaboration software

Travel: Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time

Security Clearance: Ability to be cleared to TS or higher

Preferred

Advanced Education: Master's degree (or higher) with 10+ years of combined BD/Capture and learning‑facilitation experience

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance

International Experience: Experience leading U.S. FMS, DCS, and related international training. Proven ability to navigate cultural and regulatory differences in a global business‑development context

Instructional Design Tools: Proficiency with multimedia and e‑learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia (or comparable platforms)

AI‑Enabled Learning: Experience integrating AI or adaptive learning technologies into training programs

Metrics‑Driven Impact: Strong background in measuring learning effectiveness (Kirkpatrick, Phillips ROI, etc.) and reporting outcomes to senior leadership