L&D Associate

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

Potential for year-end bonuses

Stock options

401k & Retirement Plans

100% employer-paid health care

Weekly Paid Office Lunches

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Los Angeles is looking for an L&D Associate to support their learning initiatives. This position involves managing LMS administration, creating training content, and collaborating with team leaders to ensure effective learning solutions. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree in HR or similar, along with 1–3 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. The role requires on-site presence and offers a salary range of $89,000 - $120,000 annually with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in HR, training, or administrative roles; experience with adult learning practices is preferred.
• Proficient with LMS and basic e-learning tools.
• Strong ability to manage multiple sessions and deadlines; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage LMS administration and track training completion rates.
• Assist in creating and curating learning content.
• Collaborate with team leaders to understand and address learning needs.
• Coordinate training logistics, including room bookings and materials.
• Deliver onboarding and compliance training sessions.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Virtual training platforms (e.g., WorkRamp, Teams)

Job description

Hermeus is a high‑speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high‑Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

We are seeking an organized and collaborative L&D Associate to support our learning initiatives end‑to‑end. You will help manage LMS administration, content creation, and management, training coordination, facilitation support, and evaluation of training effectiveness. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to partner with team leaders to translate business needs into practical learning solutions.

Responsibilities

• LMS Administration
  • Load training modules into the LMS, assign users, manage enrollments, and track completion rates.
  • Maintain course catalogs, metadata, and version control; generate standard and ad‑hoc reports.
• Content Creation & Management
  • Assist in creating and curating learning content (materials, presentations, e‑learning modules).
  • Maintain a clean, accessible content library and ensure consistency with branding and standards.
• Partnering with Team Leaders
  • Collaborate with managers and subject matter experts to understand learning needs and translate them into effective learning solutions.
  • Gather feedback on learning outcomes and refine offerings accordingly.
• Training Coordination
  • Manage logistics for training sessions (room bookings, scheduling, participant invites, calendar coordination).
  • Set up virtual platforms (Teams, etc.) and prepare training materials and handouts.
• Facilitation
  • Deliver onboarding sessions, workshops, and compliance training as needed; assist facilitators during sessions.
  • Create a welcoming learning environment for participants.
• Evaluation & Analytics
  • Design and distribute feedback surveys; analyze training data to measure effectiveness.
  • Prepare clear reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Administrative & Compliance Support
  • Maintain training records, ensure accessibility and compliance with internal policies.
  • Support audits and provide audits‑ready documentation as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience
  • 1–3 years in HR, training, or administrative roles; experience with adult learning practices is preferred.
• Technology
  • Proficiency with virtual training platforms (e.g., WorkRamp, Teams).
  • Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and basic e‑learning tools.
• Communication
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees and facilitating sessions.
• Organizational & Time Management
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple sessions and deadlines; strong attention to detail.
• Analytical Thinking
  • Comfortable with collecting feedback, analyzing data, and deriving actionable insights.

Working Conditions

• Role is based on‑site at the Los Angeles facility.
• Primarily office‑based, with regular engagement on the production floor to support workforce initiatives and employee relations.
• Occasional travel to other Hermeus locations may be required for meetings, training, or company events.
• May involve extended hours during peak business cycles or critical program milestones.
• Fast‑paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative environment aligned with Hermeus’ rapid design, build, and test culture.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent walking through office, manufacturing, and test facility environments.
• Occasional standing, bending, or reaching as part of employee engagement or site walkthroughs.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally (e.g., employee materials, office supplies, or equipment).
• Ability to adhere to safety requirements and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering production or test areas.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast‑paced aerospace environment with exposure to light industrial noise and activity.

Salary & Benefits

• $89,000 - $120,000 a year
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for year‑end bonuses
• Stock options
• 401k & Retirement Plans
• 100% employer‑paid health care
• Weekly Paid Office Lunches
• Fully stocked breakrooms
• End of Year Bonuses

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.