Training & Development Specialist

About the role

• This is a full-time, salaried position based in our Newport News, VA office 5 days a week - not remote or hybrid.

Who We Are Looking For

• Aery Aviation is seeking an experienced Training and Development Specialist to assess organizational learning needs, design and deliver effective training programs, and support the continuous development of employees. This position is responsible for managing technical, safety, quality, maintenance, and flight operations training activities to meet or exceed company and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

• Conducts annual training needs assessments for maintenance, safety, quality, and flight operations personnel.
• Performs training needs, analyzes and develops annual training plans, including budget forecasts.
• Develops and maintains training schedules to ensure company and regulatory requirements are met.
• Designs, develops, and implements employee training and development programs.
• Creates course objectives, syllabuses, instructional materials, presentations, assessments, and related learning resources.
• Plans, prepares, and delivers instructor-led, virtual, hands-on, and blended training programs.
• Facilitates classroom and practical training sessions when hands-on instruction supports effective learning.
• Develops learning strategies that encourage employee engagement, accountability, knowledge retention, and independent learning.
• Partners with department managers and subject-matter experts to identify skill gaps and establish development priorities.
• Coordinates and manages external training providers when specialized instruction is not available internally.
• Evaluates training programs through assessments, surveys, performance data, and feedback.
• Develops and monitors training, safety, and development metrics to measure program effectiveness.
• Maintains accurate training records, completion documentation, certifications, and employee development plans.
• Implements improvements to training content, delivery methods, and learning processes based on data and participant feedback.
• Supports onboarding, continuing education, compliance training, technical development, and career-growth initiatives.
• Ensures training materials and programs remain aligned with applicable company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

You Must Have

• Previous experience as a training and development specialist, training instructor, instructional designer, training administrator, or similar role.
• Experience conducting training needs assessments and developing employee learning programs.
• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience; additional education or certification in training, education, human resources, organizational development, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience developing training materials, presentations, course syllabuses, trackers, assessments, and instructional resources.
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office tools and Microsoft applications.
• Familiarity with AI web-based tools is preferred.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and electronic training records is preferred.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training evaluation methods.
• Ability to set priorities, manage multiple projects, and demonstrate effective follow-through.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, managers, subject-matter experts, external vendors, and senior-level leadership.
• Ability to analyze training data and use metrics to recommend program improvements.

Nice to Haves

• A broad and comprehensive knowledge of engineering, aircraft modification, and FAA certification/Supplemental Type Certification processes is preferred.
• Ability to facilitate training in technical, operational, and hands-on environments.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective relationships with senior-level leadership.

Annual Training Requirements (Subject to Change)

• AS9100 and ISO-required training.
• FAA Part 145 training.
• FAA Part 135 training.
• Aery Aviation quality and technical training.
• Aery Aviation corporate training.
• Various government contract training.
• Maintenance, safety, flight operations, compliance, and other role-specific development programs.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, consistent with applicable laws and company policies. Some positions may require drug testing.

Aery Aviation job descriptions are meant as summarizations only.
They do not necessarily reflect all duties and responsibilities of a position.

If this opportunity excites you, come join our team!

For Aery Aviation, the question isn't: "Can we?" When others are limited in the common approach, Aery Aviation jumps into higher gear asking, "How can we do this?" and then proceeds into problem-solving for customers. This is what customers appreciate most about Aery Aviation - avid tenacity. It's not cookie cutter production that Aery Aviation is cultivating; it is projects that inspire the Aery Aviation work-family to come together and brainstorm, excited to come to work every day because there is always something inventive and interesting to work on.

Our Benefits
We offer the right candidate the chance to join a forward-thinking organization, supported by a competitive compensation and benefits package. Learn more about Aery Aviation, LLC at .


Aery Aviation, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Aery Aviation, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

About Aery Aviation LLC

Our Purpose: Aviation Professionals Improving Lives Through Innovation

Aery Aviation, LLC is an aerospace engineering, aircraft modification, certification, manufacturing, and flight operations company headquartered in Newport News, Virginia. Aery provides integrated aviation solutions supporting defense, government, commercial, and special mission operators worldwide. The company holds FAA Part 135 and Part 145 certificates, AS9100D and ISO 9001 certifications, and provides engineering, aircraft integration, manufacturing, certification, maintenance, and flight operations supporting advanced aerospace programs.

The pay range for this role is:

70,000 - 80,000 USD per year (Aery Aviation LLC - PHF / Corporate Office)