Manager, Talent Development

Cessna Aircraft Company; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Generous time-off package

Employee Resource Groups

Health and dental insurance

Job summary

Textron is seeking a Talent Development Manager to plan and execute enterprise talent development strategies, programs, and processes that build organizational capability and prepare leaders for current and future business needs.

The role partners with business leaders to improve learning, leadership, and career development strategies while leading a team delivering enterprise talent development solutions and ensuring measurable outcomes across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Advanced degree in organizational development, psychology, instructional design, HR, business, or similar preferred.
• 5+ years in learning and development, talent development, or organizational development across multi-industry corporations.

Responsibilities

• Inform and implement Textron's enterprise talent development strategy in partnership with leaders.
• Lead, develop, and coach team members responsible for enterprise talent development programs and resources.
• Evaluate trends and organizational needs to enhance talent development strategies, programs, and processes.
• Design and improve enterprise learning and development solutions including professional, leadership, and career development initiatives.
• Ensure effective delivery and utilization of learning resources, tools, and vendors across the organization.
• Partner with business units to identify development priorities and drive enterprise-wide adoption and engagement.
• Measure program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement and strategic decision making.

Skills

Manages Complexity

Communicates Effectively

Accountability

Plans and Aligns

Decision Quality

Drives Engagement

Strategic Mindset

Customer Focus

Organizational Savvy

Balances Stakeholders

Builds Networks

Develops Talent

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Job Description - Manager, Talent Development (344352)

Manager, Talent Development (Job Number: 344352)

Textron is a renowned global multi-industry company with a diverse portfolio spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems. Our brand lineup includes leading names like Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Lycoming Engines and many others. With a strong worldwide presence and a workforce of 34,000 individuals across 25 countries, we prioritize attracting top talent.

Job Summary

The Talent Development Manager plans and executes Textron's enterprise talent development strategy, programs, and processes to build organizational capability and prepare leaders and employees for current and future business needs. The role is responsible for ensuring Textron's talent development initiatives align to enterprise priorities, support business unit objectives, and drive measurable outcomes across the organization.

The Talent Development Manager partners with business unit and enterprise leaders to continuously improve learning, leadership development, and career development strategies while leading a team responsible for the delivery and effectiveness of enterprise talent development solutions.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for informing and implementing Textron's enterprise talent development strategy through partnership with business unit and enterprise leaders to ensure learning and development initiatives support enterprise and business objectives
• Lead, develop, and coach team members responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of enterprise talent development programs, processes, systems, and resources
• Evaluate internal and external trends, benchmark practices, and organizational needs to identify opportunities to enhance Textron's talent development strategies, programs, and processes
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise learning and development solutions, including professional, leadership, and career development initiatives
• Ensure the effective delivery, management, and utilization of enterprise learning resources, tools, vendors, facilitators, and development programs across the organization
• Partner with business units and enterprise stakeholders to identify development priorities, align learning solutions to business needs, and drive enterprise-wide adoption and engagement
• Ensure consistent talent development processes, resources, communications, and employee experiences across the enterprise while balancing business unit requirements
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with business unit Talent Management and Talent Development teams to promote collaboration, best practice sharing, and alignment across the enterprise
• Accountable for measuring program effectiveness and leveraging insights to drive continuous improvement and strategic decision making
• Accountable for exemplary customer support and resolution of talent development issues and inquiries
• Protect and maintain the privacy of employee personnel records, including personal and compensation information
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Advanced degree in organizational development, organizational psychology, instructional design, human resources, business, or similar field preferred
• 5 or more years of experience in multi-industry corporations working within learning and development, talent development, organizational development, or a related field for employees at all levels
• Experience leading, coaching, or managing others preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and maintain strong relationships
• Proven project management experience with cross functional and/or cross business projects
• Experience creating measurement and reporting systems to evaluate the quality, quantity, effectiveness, and appropriateness of the design and delivery of learning programs
• Track record of producing and realizing creative ideas
• Skilled in data collection and analysis

Skills and Competencies

• Manages Complexity
• Communicates Effectively
• Ensures Accountability
• Plans and Aligns
• Decision Quality
• Drives Engagement
• Strategic Mindset
• Customer Focus
• Organizational Savvy
• Balances Stakeholders
• Builds Networks
• Develops Talent

At Textron, we believe that thriving at work starts with balance.

That’s why we offer more than just a job—we provide a workplace where your well-being matters. Our on-site fitness center makes it easy to stay active, whether you prefer one-on-one personal training, group classes, or working out alongside your teammates.

We also offer a generous time-off package and a culture that truly values engagement. From Employee Resource Groups to fun workplace activities, there are plenty of ways to connect, grow, and make your experience here meaningful—and enjoyable.

Our team is a vibrant mix of experience levels and backgrounds, creating a supportive environment where mentorship and knowledge-sharing are part of everyday life.

And when it comes to rewards, we’ve got you covered:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and more

Join Textron and be part of a team that’s driving innovation, creativity, and collaboration—while having fun along the way!

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.