Manufacturing Technical Training Specialist

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Pittsfield, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, it’s often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it’s waiting for you right now, right here. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. As the Manufacturing Technical Training Specialist, you’ll work with operators and technicians to ensure products are being manufactured to established standards and requirements. You’ll ensure that course material reflects current product features, as well as develop criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities. At GDMS, we continually seek ways to develop and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing our team’s knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
Solid understanding of standard manufacturing principles, processes, methods and tooling
Ability to proactively provide training of manufacturing methods, techniques, and skills that will ensure the success of operators and technicians
Ability to use various software applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to produce training materials
Solid analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to train, motivate, and successfully lead new and experience operators and technicians
Outstanding communication skills
Strong initiative on assignments and ability to exercise independent judgment and professionally executes projects
Ability to think creatively and multi-task
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Responsibilities

Support technical and core process training for Manufacturing
Provide comprehensive, all-day, hands-on support and training to new and experienced operators and technicians
Interact daily with engineers, supervisors, and managers
Work with operators and technicians to ensure they are building to established standards and requirements
Communicate with supervisors regularly on aptitude of new operators and technicians
Record detailed and accurate notes on observed behaviors, practices, and outcomes
Maintain comprehensive logs of daily observations for review
Update training processes in conjunction with Manufacturing Engineers and Shop Floor supervisors
Conduct regularly scheduled cell/program refresher or corrective action training based on defects or challenges identified
Evaluate and improve the results of manufacturing and operational processes to increase efficiencies, reduce cost and ensure customer satisfaction
Participate in the development and analysis of processes, tooling, and effective manufacturing concepts of basic to complex electromechanical devices
Assist in implementation of assembly aides, workbook improvements, or new build guidance
Interfaces with engineering departments, quality control, manufacturing, purchasing or other groups
Maintain expertise in all GDMS products, their design details, product structure (BOM), manufacturing processes, and associated risks
May create, review, and update online training with specific process information and other process direction; review and assign course frequency
May assist with IPC and Initial Hands-on training
May need to work long hours when necessary to complete time sensitive projects
Typically works under the guidance of a Training Lead and/or a Manufacturing Engineering Supervior