Technical Training Specialist

Garden Grove, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Making a Difference

Its inspiring to know youre contributing to the future of aviation. No matter your role youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.

Were looking for an experienced Technical Training Specialist with a background in aerospace manufacturing to join our local HR this role youll lead the technical training efforts at our site designing and facilitating training programs partnering with operational leaders to ensure essential training is completed and supporting hourly new hires throughout their onboarding is a unique opportunity to play a key role in rethinking our site development strategy and enhancing the employee experience. This position is primarily onsite with occasional local travel as needed.

Youll be part of a project that directly supports our company mission:To be the Most Trusted and Sustainable Partner in the Sky.

Job Responsibilities

The Training Specialist will be responsible for the following:

Develop deliver and assess the effectiveness of site-specific technical training standards and materials.
Leverage industry experience and collaborate with internal stakeholders to design and facilitate curriculum lesson plans instructional materials practical exercises and assessments.
Coordinate and monitor both scheduled technical training and ad hoc training initiatives across the site.
Guide hourly operational employees through the transition from New Hire Orientation to on-the-job technical training serving as the primary instructor and training lead throughout the probationary period.
Utilize relevant software tools to research configure maintain and enhance training media and instructional content.
Lead learning events and facilitate knowledge transfer by instructing observing and evaluating trainee performance. Provide actionable insights to improve training delivery preparation execution and scheduling in alignment with site training requirements.

Job Qualifications

7 - 10 years of experience in manufacturing or engineering environment.
Prior experience developing and implementing and delivering technical training programs (classroom hands-on and blended learning).
Experience in building out or managing a training center/classroom including equipment selection curriculum design and training delivery.
Track record of mentoring or coaching technical staff and new hires.
Extensive demonstrated knowledge of course curriculum content
Work experience in a manufacturing company preferred with related experience in plastics/optics/composite and/or assembly processes in aerospace or related industries

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications in training curriculum development or adult learning methodologies (e.g. ATD ASTD Kirkpatrick or equivalent).
Experience utilizing Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital training platforms.
Background in aerospace defense or advanced manufacturing industries.
Strong verbal and written communication skills complemented by effective interpersonal abilities.
Demonstrated experience in change management and training program implementation.
Technical proficiency with manufactured aerospace components and related processes.

Curriculum Development Skills

Proficiency in designing developing and evaluating training curricula aligned with industry standards regulatory requirements and internal processes.
Familiarity with instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE and Kirkpatrick.
Experience in developing competency frameworks skills matrices and career progression pathways for technical roles.

Delivery & Facilitation

Skilled in delivering technical training to diverse audiences including operators apprentices engineers and technicians.
Practical understanding of industrial training procedures and manufacturing processes.
Ability to adhere to all applicable safety environmental and regulatory standards.
Comfortable facilitating both small and large group training sessions hands-on demonstrations and train-the-trainer programs.
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts in an accessible manner.

Leadership & Collaboration

Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering operations HR and leadership teams to align training initiatives with business objectives.
Demonstrated project management capabilities including the establishment of training centers budget oversight and resource coordination.
A genuine passion for talent development and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

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Job Summary Making a DifferenceIts inspiring to know youre contributing to the future of aviation. No matter your role youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.Were looking for an experienced Technical Training Specialist with a background in aerospace manufacturing to joi...