Manufacturing Technical Training Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: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.

Responsibilities for this 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.

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 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

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• 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

What sets you apart:

• 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

Workplace Options:

• This position is fully on-site where you will be part of the Pittsfield, Massachusetts Manufacturing team.

Salary Note

Combined Salary Range

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans