Training Developer I

General Atomics • Poway, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, this position is responsible for developing and coordinating curriculum and training programs for operational or functional employees, maintainers or customers in accordance with technical specifications or learning requirements that include, but is not limited to engineering instructions, technical orders and procedures and military regulations. This role also plans, develops, and/or implements course content and coordinates the development of training aids, training curriculum, and associated learning materials, aids, or course evaluation metrics related to the program. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. This position works second shift 3pm- 1230am The ideal candidate will have experience in the cable manufacturing industry. Experience with crimping, soldering and IPC training is preferred.

Requirements

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a Bachelors Degree in a related field.
• Must have a basic technical understanding of division/subsidiary/affiliate product(s) and be able to understand and integrate technical writing source material into training curriculum.
• Must possess the ability to schedule and coordinate multiple work phases, determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level, and have experience demonstrating a basic application of training practices, techniques, and standards.
• Must be customer focused and possess: The ability to develop solutions to a variety of non- routine problems.
• Good verbal and written communication and presentations skills to accurately train and report findings to a variety of audiences.
• Good interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees.
• The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Good computer skills.
• Must be able to work with common hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to comprehend assembly drawings and/or written instructions.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to reviewing and creation of training curriculums.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the cable manufacturing industry.
• Experience with crimping, soldering and IPC training.
• Experience and knowledge building various assemblies is a plus; may include Cables assemblies, Line-Replacement Units (LRU), Printed Wiring Assemblies (PWA), Electronic/Mechanical Assemblies, etc.
• Certification in applicable IPC industry standards is a plus (i.e. IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001 Soldering, etc.).
• Ability to obtain and meet requirements to maintain applicable industry standard Certified Instructor Training (CIT) certifications (i.e. IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001 Soldering, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements comprehensive training curriculums; conducts and/or facilitates instructor led training sessions.
• Develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities.
• Tracks training outcomes through assessments and feedback mechanisms, analyzes data to identify areas for improvement and revises training materials accordingly.
• Reviews training requests and develops/manages training schedules; develops course content and coordinates the creation of training aids; in coordination with internal customers, key stakeholders, training content owners, contractors, or vendors.
• Develops in-house programs, learning aids, and activities to address developmental needs.
• Develops and administers student examinations and knowledge checks; continuously revises lesson plans to meet new training requirements and to keep technical information up to date.
• Maintains applicable training/qualification/certification records on trained personnel.
• Coordinates training programs with customer and/or contractor personnel; standardizes user training, technical manuals and other aspects of integrated logistics support.
• Utilizes Learning Management System (LMS) and other training technology tools to create, manage, schedule, and deliver training programs.
• Coordinate information sharing, project/task handover, issue resolution, and provides coverage (as required) between working shifts.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level