Learning & Development Specialist

Position: Learning & Development Specialist
Learning & Development Specialist with a UK Engineering Leader
Are you passionate about developing technical talent and helping engineers reach their full potential?
This is your opportunity to join a leading UK engineering organisation working at the cutting edge of aerospace, aviation and defence. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in shaping skills that directly support safety, performance and world-class manufacturing standards.

We’re looking for a Learning & Development Specialist who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and enjoys delivering practical, meaningful training. You’ll work closely with engineering teams across the factory floor, supporting everything from precision machining and assembly to inspection and testing.
 
Designing and delivering engaging technical training across manufacturing teams
Creating clear development pathways that support progression and capability growth
Building practical training materials, exercises and assessments
Assessing competence and supporting skills certification
Managing accurate training records within internal systems and LMS platforms
Partnering with leaders to identify critical skills and training needs
Driving quality, KPIs and continuous improvement across all training activity  What We’re Looking For  
Experience training, coaching or developing people in an engineering environment
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to build trust on the shop floor
Good understanding of manufacturing processes (aerospace, defence, automotive or similar)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Confident using MS Office and Share Point

Experience with LMS platforms or digital learning content
Background in aerospace, defence, MRO or precision engineering
Knowledge of quality or inspection processes  Qualifications  
Level 4 (HNC) or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
Train-the-Trainer qualification (desirable)
BPSS clearance eligibility required  This is a chance to make a real difference — developing people, improving capability and influencing how training evolves within a world-class aerospace manufacturing environment