About the role

The Training & Development Lead is responsible for the Learning Management System (LMS) execution and delivery both internally/externally. Including design, development, coordination, of training programs across DroneShield’s product suite. This role is paramount to DroneShield’s global deployment and sustainment strategy, delivered by ensuring consistent and high-quality training outcomes.

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations

- Lead the development, implementation and execution of DroneShield’s Global Training Strategy aligned to product capability, customer needs, and business objectives.
- Manage and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring training modules are of high quality, current, compliant, and accessible.
- Design, develop, and deliver training packages (online, instructor-led, and blended), including Train-the-Trainer programs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, and Field Operations teams to ensure technical accuracy and operational relevance of all training content.
- Coordinate customer training activities, including scheduling, logistics, documentation, and feedback analysis.
- Develop and maintain training input and output artefacts such as: lesson plans, student guides, assessments, and certification pathways.
- Provide input into Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) deliverables,



such as Training Needs Analysis and Training Management Plans.
- Maintain a record of all training activities support for compliance with domestic/international Defence and trade controls regulations.
- Continuously improve training effectiveness through feedback, evaluation, and engagement with end-users and key stakeholders.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

- Minimum 5 years of experience in a training or instructional design role, preferably within defence, technology, or high-compliance environments
- Proven experience in designing and delivering technical and product-based training programs
- Experience in managing or administering an LMS platform
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent is highly desirable
- Understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training evaluation methodologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with solid stakeholder engagement
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Ability to obtain an Australian NV-1 security clearance and ability to access/handle Export Controlled technology, data and information

Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.

📌 Training & Development Lead (AU) (Sydney)
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📍 Sydney