L&D Associate

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer in Los Angeles seeks an organized and collaborative L&D Associate to support learning initiatives. This role involves managing LMS administration, content creation, training coordination, and evaluating training effectiveness. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience in HR or training roles. Strong communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills are essential. The position is on-site and may require occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 years in HR, training, or administrative roles; experience with adult learning practices preferred.
• Proficiency with LMS and basic e-learning tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Load training modules into the LMS and manage enrollments.
• Assist in creating and curating learning content.
• Collaborate with managers to understand learning needs.
• Manage logistics for training sessions.
• Deliver onboarding sessions and workshops as needed.
• Analyze training data to measure effectiveness.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, Education, or 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 improvements.

Administrative & Compliance Support

• Maintain training records, ensure accessibility and compliance with internal policies.
• Support audits and provide audit-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.
• Must adhere to safety requirements and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering production or test areas.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced aerospace environment with exposure to light industrial noise and activity.

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 be eligible for deemed export licensing. U.S. 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.