Structural Welding Instructor

General Dynamics Electric Boat•North Kingstown, RI

16d

About The Position

Focus Factory Training (D794) is seeking an organized, self-motivated Structural Welding Instructor for long-term travel supporting strategic sourcing initiatives at various Focus Factories. The instructor will train supplier staff in structural welding processes, wire types, and other welding-related subjects, as well as structural-related courses. The role is part of a training team and requires a strong commitment to safety and procedural compliance, the ability to develop others, and clear communication and customer-service skills. The instructor will work business travel and/or extended work assignments at Focus Factory locations, including Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Florence, South Carolina; Jacksonville, Florida; and Mobile, Alabama. The position reports to the Chief of Training for Strategic Sourcing and, while traveling, to the applicable on-site Chief of Training. Generally, work is during first-shift hours, but supplier site hours vary and flexibility is necessary. Travel may be up to 75%, and additional overtime, including weekends, may be directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 4 years of welding trade experience.
At least 2 years of work experience at Electric Boat.
Ability to participate in business travel up to 75%.
Strong ability to prioritize and complete multiple complex assignments.
Ability to lead and direct in classroom and workshop environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving ability.
Commitment to teaching others and leading student classes.
Commitment to customer service, safety, and procedural compliance.
Willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities and duties.
Ability and willingness to learn and teach new courses and team members with varied learning abilities.
Ability to engage professionally with supplier employees.
Comfort with new teaching technologies and willingness to adapt to new teaching approaches.
Ability to complete and maintain NDT requirements for welding qualifications.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Ability to maneuver throughout the facility and units to support all areas as required.

Nice To Haves

Advanced educational coursework, certifications, an associate degree, or other advanced education degree.
Instructing or teaching experience.
VT experience.
Leadership experience, such as working leader or MDU experience.
Current qualifications and proficiency in three or more welding processes.
Experience with non-destructive testing, AWPSS, and SRT.
Proficiency with communication and virtual technologies.

Responsibilities

Teach welding-related classroom courses, including Workmanship, AWPSS, and Safety Briefs.
Teach structural-related classroom courses.
Provide quality oversight of supplier-embedded instructors to support site training needs.
Direct and assess hands-on training, including practice and tests.
Enforce safety rules and regulations during training and deck-plate audits.
Assess student performance and identify nonconformance with policies, procedures, and technical documents.
Support course content reviews and related activities.
Conduct assessments as needed or scheduled.
Manage class rosters and training OQE submittal paperwork.
Meet with Focus Factory leadership regarding student performance as needed.
Grade tests and quizzes consistently to assess knowledge capture and understanding of training topics.
Communicate with other Training team members to advance work and raise issues.
Support special training projects and Training department goals and objectives, and perform other responsibilities as assigned.