Principal Talent Development Specialist
Description
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Human Resources business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Principal Talent Development Specialist who is a highly motivated, passionate individual to join our team and help evolve our business to the next level through talent initiatives. In this role, you will design and develop learning and development programs that enhance employee skills, leadership capabilities, and career growth within the organization, as well as design and deliver talent development initiatives that enhance employee experience, drive employee engagement, and operationalize company values and mission. In addition to building new programs, this role will also focus on creating efficiencies with existing programs, leveraging data and insights, and solving big problems.
In this role you can expect to…
Lead the design and evolution of enterprise talent development strategies aligned to business priorities.
Architect scalable leadership and capability development frameworks.
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders on talent, capability, engagement, and organizational effectiveness challenges.
Guide complex, cross-functional development initiatives and influence without formal authority.
Establish standards, methodologies, and governance for talent development and employee engagement practices.
Leverage advanced analytics to evaluate impact and inform strategic decisions.
Manage and optimize the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure effective program delivery, tracking, and reporting.
Facilitate workshops and learning experiences across leadership, communication, and functional skill areas.
Develop and implement a comprehensive employee engagement strategy that aligns with the organization’s goals and culture.
Champion programs and practices that reinforce the company’s core values and mission and enhance overall employee experience.
Qualifications
You may be a good fit for our team if you have…
Consulting skills including partner-facing skills aimed at determining the partners need, perceived roadblocks, business unit culture, and work environment issues
Appetite to develop programs and initiatives from scratch, and you are an autonomous self-starter
Knowledge of talent management, leadership development, and employee engagement principles
Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A growth mindset excited about learning and development
Successful track record of teamwork and ability to have fun at work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
8 years of relevant work experience
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related field.
Ability to travel 20 of the time
If you love the idea of making an impact for our people through learning and development but aren’t sure whether you check all the boxes, we’ll let you in on a secret; there is no such thing as a perfect candidate. We are an organization focused on growth of our people and understand that sometimes the confidence gap prevents us from meeting respanable candidates. If that’s you, please don’t hesitate to apply! We’d love to connect to learn more about you and your background.
Primary Work Location: Hunt Valley, MD
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.
Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textrons products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.
In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is
$110,500 - $167,900 per year.
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.
Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Maryland-Hunt Valley
Job Function: Human Resources
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 20 of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 02/09/2026, 2:18:14 PM
Job Number: 338936
