Learning and Development Business Partner

Axiom Space is building for beyond, guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. The leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space infrastructure, Axiom Space operates end-to-end missions to the International Space Station today while developing its successor, Axiom Station – a permanent commercial destination in low-Earth orbit that will sustain human growth off the planet and bring untold benefits back home. 

 

Axiom Space fosters a diverse environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Learning and Development Business Partner who is fueled by problem-solving, continuously curious, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with functional leaders and key stakeholders to implement workforce development creating curriculum maps based on job profiles to best meet business needs and objectives.
• Ability to influence without authority, but through leadership, negotiation, persuasion, motivation, and engagement at all organizational levels.
• Design and implement an ongoing and engaging manager development program, including training and workshops that promote manager effectiveness.
• Perform Train-the-Trainer sessions on how to effectively conduct On-the-Job Training
• Operationalize training/education activities to align with established site goals for safety, quality, and employee retention.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with third-party providers, industry groups and other external partners and leverage relationships to enhance learning or creative solutions offered to employees.
• Develop and interpret success metrics for programs and leverage data to drive decisions and improvements around development programs and learning activities.
• Provide instructional development support to SMEs to ensure the development/availability of training materials such as: on-the-job, face-to-face, eLearning, and skill and, knowledge assessments, in alignment with the designated standards.
• Adhere to project plans and deadlines in alignment with the overall development strategy.
• Plan, organize, and direct site wide training/re-training and education activities for site team members.
• Support activities critical to building the company’s Learning strategy and programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education & Experience

• Proven success developing curriculum maps and associated learning objectives based on program learning strategy.
• Ability to explain complex processes and employee development milestones in a clear manner.
• Experience in each stage of employee and leadership development programs.
• Solid understanding of how people learn, the science of adult learning, a keen eye for design and aesthetics, and the creative and technical skills to produce engaging training products.
• Ability to work in a group as well as independently with meticulous attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of evaluation methods to reach Kirkpatrick's evaluation levels.
• Competency interpreting performance data and statistics in development programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning and Development, or equivalent experience.
• At least three years’ experience instructional design, and/or curriculum mapping

Preferred Experience:

• Experience using the full cycle of ADDIE model for training content development purposes.
• Prior experience in Workday
• Prior experience administering Learning Management System

 

 

Essential Functions

Work Environment: Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

 

Requirements 

• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.

 

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

 

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skill
• Excellent communication skill, verbal and written
• Excellent organizational skills
• Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Self-motivated

 

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources
• Teamwork - Eager and able to work in a collaborative and cross-disciplinary fashion in a fast-paced, dynamic, and deadline-oriented environment

 

 

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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