VSS Training Lead

Job Description Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future.
We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.
The candidate will become a member of the Austin IPC Training Team. The candidate will help identify opportunities for organizational improvements, and implement tactical solutions in regards to Austin IPC Training and Manufacturing employee onboarding.

• The candidate will establish relationships with and foster collaboration among Austin factory managers, tech ops managers, and VSS leaders across each area at multiple Austin Factories.
• Research training compliance questions and participate in Training audits as required
• Be responsible managing a small team of IPC instructors.
• Responsible for maintaining training compliance consistency across multiple factories.
• Developing and implementing a monitoring process for developmental training activities
• Understanding managing staffing plans across multiple factories and assisting VSS and Factory Managers with the hiring process
• Onboarding liaison for BAE Systems and Contractor Manufacturing Personal
• Must be a team player, be comfortable in a multi-tasking in an evolving environment, and have experience in presenting work output to all levels of management
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Experience presenting training material to groups/colleagues.
Knowledge of IPC Industry Standards (IPC-A-610 & J-STD-001)
Ability to obtain both IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 CIT certification within 6 months of hiring date
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Able to work in a team setting
Soldering and solder inspection experience.
Plans, organizes, and conducts training programs for manufacturing personnel. Training may include but not limited to lecture, soldering, web-based training, etc.
Responsible for manufacturing new hire induction/onboarding program.
Excellent verbal & written communication and organizational skills required.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Current IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 CIT CertificationAbout BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.