Full-Time

Senior Career Development Partner

Career Development Team

Posted on 9/9/2025

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation

1,001-5,000 employees

Aerospace and defense contractor; C5ISR systems

Compensation Overview

$108.5k - $149.2k/yr

+ Annual Incentive Pay

No H1B Sponsorship

Lone Tree, CO, USA

In Person

US Citizenship Required

Category
Training
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field of study and typically 10 or more years of work experience in talent development, human resources, or a related field, with a focus on training facilitation and rotational programs.
  • Extensive knowledge of Instructional Design and Adult Learning Principles.
  • Working knowledge of e-learning software.
  • Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing talent development initiatives.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Excellent training facilitation, communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making and program improvements.
  • Passion for developing talent and fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement comprehensive leadership and career development programs, including early career and rotational initiatives.
  • Serve as the lead training facilitator for the Career Development Team.
  • Design program curricula, including rotational assignments, training modules, professional development activities, and leadership development for all levels.
  • Pilot and implement organizational-wide solutions for career assessments, skill gap analysis, and career pathing.
  • Plan and execute conferences and events to support program goals and foster networking and learning opportunities.
  • Strengthen talent capability through assessment tools and one-on-one coaching for high-potentials and leaders.
  • Review program content prior to Manager review and approval.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of leadership and career development programs, including participant application, selection, rotation scheduling, and performance tracking.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for program participants, providing guidance, support, and feedback.
  • Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary to ensure continuous improvement.
  • Partner with department leaders, managers, mentors, and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to ensure meaningful assignments and development opportunities.
  • Facilitate feedback sessions with program participants and mentors/managers.
  • Coordinate cross-functional capstone projects and strategic talent processes for key business areas.
  • Track and report on key metrics related to program participation, retention, and success.
  • Analyze data to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement.
  • Prepare regular reports for senior leadership, highlighting program outcomes and impact.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Workday HR Management systems.
  • Knowledge of DoD and government contracting policies, standards, and procedures.
  • HR or Training certifications (DiSC, Crucial Conversations, etc.)
Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation

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Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an aerospace and defense contractor that secures and executes U.S. government contracts with DoD and NASA. It designs and modifies aircraft systems and develops C5ISR solutions, backed by electronics, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities. The company differentiates itself through a long history, in-house integrated capabilities, and strategic acquisitions that focus on government needs. Its goal is to win and execute complex national security and space missions by delivering end-to-end aerospace and defense systems.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sparks, Nevada

Founded

1963

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What believers are saying

  • Vindler 2.0 scales to 20+ satellites, capturing DoD RF intelligence demand by 2028.
  • $13B SAOC contract through 2036 replaces E-4B fleet with SNC-led integration.
  • NRO selects Vindler for RF study, unlocking expanded intelligence procurement contracts.

What critics are saying

  • SpaceX Starshield erodes Vindler market share in DoD RF contracts within 12 months.
  • Boeing protests SAOC contract, delaying award 6-12 months via GAO challenges.
  • DoD FY2027 NDAA mandates redesign SNC C5ISR electronics, slashing margins immediately.

What makes Sierra Nevada Corporation unique

  • SNC excels as privately owned mid-tier prime contractor with rapid innovation agility.
  • SNC delivers open architecture C5ISR systems across air, space, and cyber domains.
  • SNC specializes in mission-tailored aircraft modifications for DoD and NASA contracts.

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Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Company News

Defence Leaders Limited
Apr 16th, 2026
U.S. Army boosts Gray Eagle drone with advanced electronic intelligence upgrade.

U.S. Army boosts Gray Eagle drone with advanced electronic intelligence upgrade. Image: General Atomics The U.S. Army has awarded General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) a contract to equip its MQ-1C Gray Eagle Extended Range drone with upgraded electronic intelligence capabilities, strengthening its ability to detect and locate enemy air defence systems. The new electronic intelligence (ELINT) sensor package will allow Gray Eagle ER aircraft to operate beyond the reach of adversary threats while scanning deep into contested airspace. The upgrade directly supports the Army's Integrated Air Defence System (IADS) mission, feeding real-time intelligence to ground commanders. GA-ASI President David R. Alexander said the combination of long-range detection and the platform's endurance ensures commanders can track when an adversary IADS is active. He added that Gray Eagle's open systems architecture makes the integration straightforward but operationally significant, according to GA-ASI. Targeting enemy air defences. The ELINT sensor identifies and geo-locates critical threats essential to Joint Force Operations. GA-ASI will partner with Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) and the Capability Program Executive for Intelligence and Spectrum Warfare to integrate advanced radar detection and signal collection technology into the platform. The upgrade enhances Gray Eagle ER's value in contested environments where identifying and suppressing enemy air defences is a prerequisite for broader operations. By keeping the drone outside threat envelopes, the Army also reduces risk to crewed aircraft operating in the same battlespace, a key objective in modern manned-unmanned teaming concepts. A platform built for multi-domain operations. The ELINT upgrade is one layer of a broader sensor modernisation effort. Gray Eagle ER has already demonstrated modernised Communications Intelligence (COMINT), Synthetic Aperture Radar and Moving Target Indicator (SAR/MTI) capabilities, and Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET) radios across multiple Army exercises. These capabilities align with the Army's C5ISR Modular Open Suite of Standards (CMOSS) architecture, a framework designed to allow rapid integration of new sensors, payloads, and weapons as threats evolve. The approach gives programme managers flexibility to adapt the platform without costly redesigns. Proven in contested environments. Gray Eagle ER demonstrated its multi-mission potential during Project Convergence Capstone-5 (PCC-5), the Army's large-scale modernisation experiment held last year. Operating in an electronically contested environment, the aircraft conducted persistent Detect, Identify, Locate, and Report (DILR) missions while simultaneously providing aerial mesh network support to manoeuvre units. The exercise highlighted how the platform can bridge communication gaps caused by terrain or range limitations, connecting soldiers and launched effects that might otherwise lose contact. Critically, it did this while remaining resilient to jamming. PCC-5 also demonstrated the platform's human-machine interface improvements, which reduce the cognitive burden on operators by automating certain inputs. Gray Eagle ER cross-cued ELINT, COMINT, SAR, and Aerial Tier Network Expansion (ATNE) data during the exercise, boosting force survivability across the Combined Joint Task Force. Strategic context. The upgrade reflects broader U.S. Army efforts to modernise its unmanned aerial systems for high-end conflict scenarios. As near-peer adversaries invest heavily in integrated air defence networks, the ability to detect, locate, and characterise those systems from standoff range has become a critical operational requirement. Gray Eagle ER's persistent endurance and open architecture position it as a central node in the Army's emerging intelligence and targeting networks.

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SNC, Embraer Ink A-29 Super Tucano Deal for US Foreign Military Sale

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) has signed an agreement to purchase an A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft from Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer.

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Training Role Secured in US AOC Program

CAE Defense & Security has been selected by Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) to provide training systems for the Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) program with the U.S. Air Force.

Insider Monkey
Aug 20th, 2025
AeroVironment (AVAV) Partners with Sierra Nevada for Air Defense System

On August 7, the company announced that it had formed a strategic partnership with Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) to develop an advanced air and missile defense system for the Golden Dome for America (GDA) initiative.

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Joe Kopacz Named AI Tech VP at SNC

Sierra Nevada Corp. has named Joe Kopacz as its first vice president of artificial intelligence technology.

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