Leadership Development Specialist 5
- $109,992–$183,320 per year
About the role
Requisition ID: 2327
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 25%
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
The Leadership Development Specialist plays a key role in supporting ULA’s leadership and executive development priorities. This position designs, develops, delivers, and evaluates high‑impact learning solutions that strengthen leadership capability across the enterprise. The role partners closely with HR and business leaders to assess needs, develop curricula, and facilitate leadership programs that enhance organizational effectiveness and talent readiness.
This individual serves as a subject-matter expert in leadership development, brings strong facilitation and instructional design capabilities, and supports targeted organizational development interventions. This is an individual contributor role.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deliver leadership development programs, workshops, and learning experiences for leaders at all levels.
- Conduct needs assessments to identify leadership development priorities and capability gaps.
- Create leadership curricula, learning pathways, and content using sound adult‑learning principles.
- Identify external resources and opportunities that might be of interest to complement internal ULA programs.
- Facilitate in‑person and virtual leadership development sessions, including executive‑level engagements.
- Support organizational development efforts such as 360 assessments, team effectiveness activities, and change‑related interventions.
- Partner with HR leaders and business stakeholders to ensure solutions align with organizational goals and talent strategies.
- Evaluate program effectiveness using metrics, feedback, and performance data to drive continuous improvement.
- Develop materials, communications, and resources supporting leadership programs and experiences.
- Maintain awareness of industry trends and best practices in leadership development and organizational effectiveness.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors as needed to support program delivery and implementation.
Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 8 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Strong experience designing and delivering leadership development programs and content.
- Demonstrated facilitation skills with the ability to engage leaders at all levels, including executives.
- Proficiency in curriculum design, instructional methodologies, and adult learning principles.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Experience administering or interpreting leadership assessments, psychometric tools, or 360 feedback instruments.
- Ability to analyze learning needs and evaluate program effectiveness using data and metrics.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills across diverse teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Adult Learning, or related field.
- Experience supporting leadership development within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or engineering‑focused environments.
- Familiarity with executive development programs and high‑potential talent initiatives.
- Experience with e‑learning tools, content authoring software, or enterprise learning platforms (e.g., SuccessFactors Learning).
- Knowledge of leadership models, psychometric assessments (e.g., MBTI, Emergenetics), and team development methodologies.
Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $109,992.00 - $183,320.00
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted