Learning Specialist

Systems Planning & Analysis; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Learning Specialist to join the Learning and Development team in the Alexandria area.

The role focuses on designing and delivering engaging training experiences, both virtual and in-person, while supporting the administration of SPA’s learning management system. The ideal candidate brings strong instructional design, facilitation, and technical skills, with experience turning complex information into learner-friendly solutions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, HR, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Design & Content Development: Design and develop interactive training content (eLearning, instructor-led, blended) using Articulate 360, Camtasia, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Facilitation & Delivery: Deliver instructor-led and virtual training sessions with confidence and energy.
• LMS Support & Administration: Assist with course uploads, user support, and reporting within the LMS.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Partner with subject matter experts to translate technical content into learner-friendly training and stay current on learning technologies.

Skills

Instructional design

eLearning development

Training facilitation

Facilitation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, HR, or related field

Tools

Articulate 360

Camtasia

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

Learning Specialist

US-VA-Alexandria

Category Administrative & Business Operations

Security Clearance Requirement U.S. Citizenship

Type Regular Full-Time

Level Mid-level

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Position Overview

SPA is seeking a Learning Specialist to join our Learning and Development team. This role is ideal for someone who has strong instructional design, facilitation, and technical skills. The Learning Specialist will design and deliver engaging training experiences, both virtual and in-person, while also supporting the administration of SPA’s learning management system via SuccessFactors.

The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable working directly with employees and subject matter experts to turn ideas into high-impact learning solutions.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional Design & Content Development
  • Design and develop interactive training content (eLearning, instructor-led, blended) using Articulate 360, Camtasia, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Apply instructional design best practices to create engaging, effective, and accessible materials.
  • Update and maintain existing courses to ensure accuracy, compliance, and relevance.
• Facilitation & Delivery
  • Deliver instructor-led and virtual training sessions with confidence and energy.
  • Use adult learning principles to foster participation, engagement, and knowledge retention.
  • Support logistics for training sessions, including scheduling, materials, and participant communications.
• LMS Support & Administration
  • Assist with course uploads, user support, and reporting within the LMS.
  • Track completions and provide basic data analysis to measure training effectiveness.
  • Help troubleshoot learner issues and raise as needed.
• Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
  • Partner with subject matter experts to translate technical content into learner-friendly training.
  • Gather learner feedback and adjust content and facilitation methods as needed.
  • Stay current on learning technologies and recommend fresh approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in instructional design, eLearning development, or training facilitation.
• Proficiency with Articulate 360, Camtasia, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills with experience leading training sessions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience administering an LMS (SuccessFactors preferred).
• Familiarity with SCORM or other eLearning standards.
• Exposure to leadership or career development training.
• Prior experience in a defense or technology organization.
• Instructional design or training certifications (e.g., ATD, CPTD, Kirkpatrick).

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $95,000.00/Yr. - USD $120,000.00/Yr.

SPA is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is, and will continue to be, the policy of the company to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability or genetics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.