We’re seeking a passionate Leadership Development Trainer & Coach to help develop the potential of AAR’s leaders. Reporting to the VP of Talent Management, you’ll design and deliver impactful learning experiences that build leadership capability, strengthen teams, and contribute directly to business growth and long-term success. Preferred Location Chicago. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and facilitate engaging leadership development programs aligned with AAR’s values and business goals.
• Support the execution and continuous improvement of AAR’s Learning & Development initiatives by coordinating program delivery and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure training solutions meet evolving business and individual development needs.
• Serve as a mentor and coach to both emerging and experienced leaders, helping them strengthen their leadership skills and make a positive impact on their teams and the business.

Performance Objectives:

• Business Mindset (Business and Global Acumen): Within the first 90 days, gain a strong understanding of AAR’s Components Services business unit and the broader organizational structure to ensure leadership development efforts are aligned with operational realities and strategic goals.
• People Awareness (Managing Relationships): In Year 1, develop relationships with Workforce Development, Talent Management, and Learning and Development to better understand how to support AAR’s global talent strategy.
• Embrace Growth (Continuous Learning): Within the first six months, gain a strong understanding of the Launch into Leadership program content and begin delivering leadership development sessions at Component Services sites. Additionally, build proficiency in AAR’s Learning & Development platform.
• Do It Right (Safety Focus, Quality Orientation): Develop a working knowledge of safety and quality regulations within the Components Services environment to ensure leadership training reinforces AAR’s commitment to operational excellence and compliance.

What you need to be successful in the role: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver leadership training tailored to a range of audiences, including frontline, operational, and corporate teams.
• Certification or formal training in coaching methodologies preferred.
• Familiarity with executive coaching practices, leadership assessments, and talent development.
• Strong communicator, with the ability to influence and build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), virtual training platforms (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams), and eLearning tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate).

• Background in aviation or manufacturing is a plus.
   

   

  The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:
   

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

   

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
   

  AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources. 

   

   

   

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