The Learning and Development Center is an internal resource and medium for disseminating
knowledge and creating a learning environment for all BAE SYSTEMS employees. The purpose of the Center is to support
our corporate business plan and projects by focusing on employee skill and career development. The
Center promotes the philosophy of "everyone a coach, everyone a player." This philosophy will enable
employees to evolve and stay abreast of knowledge that supports personal growth as well as the
growth of BAE SYSTEMS. Every employee is encouraged to be involved in the Learning and Development Center, either as a coach, mentor,
teacher, or student.
Developing Great Minds
Development is a process of learning that extends and improves your knowledge, skills, understanding and performance
in a variety of ways. Our reputation of innovation coupled with stability has attracted a workforce with the energy
and commitment to perform. We continue to seek individuals whose contributions will make a difference in our work. We
are also committed to helping our employees balance their careers. Focused on personal development and professional
growth, BAE SYSTEMS offers tuition assistance programs as well as an extensive training and development curriculum
and personal support through mentoring.
Learning and Development Resources
Resource Library
Our resource library includes an extensive collection of audio books, books, magazines, journals, and computer-based learning aides.
Computer Training Room
Our computer training room is equipped with 15 computers and a networked printer to facilitate hands-on computer based training.
Education Assistance
Our tuition reimbursement policy covers college tuition costs; tax free, up to $5,250 per year.
E-Learning
E-Learning offers web-based learning to all employees through a PC, both at work or at home. Our course library is
reviewed twice a year to reflect both the business and personal needs of our employees. We are committed to continually
upgrading the e-Learning technology to ensure that every employee’s learning experience is maximized.
Managing for Performance
M4P is a management development program for supervisors and first line leaders throughout BAE SYSTEMS.
It is focused on managing others effectively through concentrating on interpersonal skills.
Performance-Centered Leadership
PCL is a comprehensive approach to the selection, assessment and development and reward of managers/leaders throughout
BAE SYSTEMS. The model itself is based on five competencies and behavioral indicators associated with each.
North American Leadership Development Program
Our LDP provides skills and opportunities for the development of potential future managers. This program focuses on
our five key competencies — Achieving High Performance, Focusing on the Customer, Developing Others, Continuously
Improving, and Working Together.
