General Dynamics Mission System International

Defense And Space

TalentDevelopmentSpecialist-(12MonthTerm)

CA$75–105k ~AI est. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Talent Development Specialist - (12 Month Term) at General Dynamics Mission System International. Skills: Talent development, Learning design, Program coordination. Participate in learning programs lifecycle. Design learning programs”

Industry & Context.

Defense And Space
Eligibility Requirements

Canadian Controlled Goods program registration, Security assessment, Canadian government security clearance, Eligibility to work in Canada

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3-5 years Talent Development experience, Bachelor's degree, Experience designing learning programs, Experience facilitating learning programs, Experience with LMS, Experience with virtual learning platforms, Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Nice to Have

Experience supporting technical teams, Experience supporting engineering teams, Experience in global organization, Experience in multi-site organization, Experience managing external vendors, Familiarity with AI learning tools, Familiarity with digital learning technologies

What You'll Do.

Participate in learning programs lifecycle

Design learning programs

Coordinate learning programs

Facilitate virtual learning programs

Facilitate in-person learning programs

Facilitate leadership training

Administer standard training

Coordinate standard training

Partner with business leaders

Partner with HR teams

Partner with subject matter experts

Support development of learning solutions

Support delivery of learning solutions

Manage program administration

Schedule learning programs

Communicate with learners

Track learner participation

Report learner completion

Develop communication campaigns

Develop promotional materials

Support enhancement of learning programs

Support enhancement of learning processes

Support enhancement of learning tools

Leverage digital tools

Leverage learning technologies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with leaders; Work with HR partners; Work with subject matter experts; Collaborate with colleagues; Cross-functional collaboration

Communication Scope

Presentation skills; Communication skills

Full Job Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together. At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve. If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter. We are seeking a Talent Development Specialist to join our team in Ottawa for the next 12 months. You will play a key role in designing, delivering, coordinating and continuously improving learning and development solutions that support business performance and organizational growth. You will work closely with leaders, HR partners, and subject matter experts to identify capability needs and translate them into practical, scalable learning solutions. This role supports both technical and leadership development across the organization and requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution. You will collaborate with colleagues across Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States to leverage global learning resources while ensuring solutions meet local business needs. In this role you will be: * Participate in the full lifecycle of learning and talent development programs, including needs analysis, content development, communications, facilitation, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives * Design, coordinate, and facilitate virtual and in-person learning programs, workshops, leadership training sessions and sessions across GD * Administer and coordinate standard training. Examples include our New Hire Training and Annual Compliance Training * Partner with business leaders, HR teams, and subject matter experts to support the development and delivery of impactful learning solutions * Manage end-to-end program administration including scheduling,

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