General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works

Senior Project Manager, Engineering Training

Brunswick, ME 04011

full-time

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Job Description

Engineering Division Training Lead, responsible for all divisional training needs for technical, management and administrative subjects, including:

  • Development and maintenance of a complete training program for the Engineering Division, including new employee programs, continuing education, knowledge retention, competency development and assessment.
  • Liaise with department heads within the Engineering Division to ensure training and development goals for all personnel are being met in an effective manner.
  • Development of matrices and reports to identify training needs and determine the effectiveness of training within the Engineering Division.
  • Establish key performance measures for assessing, providing feedback and continuously improving training within the Engineering Division.
  • Liaise with Organizational Development to support corporate training initiatives.
  • Development and maintenance of the curriculum within the Engineering Division to include organization and retention of hard-copy, digital and other media training materials.
  • Assist department heads in the Engineering Division to develop the yearly training budget.
  • Assists with the recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding process for new hires/transfers.
  • Work with the Apprentice Program Manager to execute program strategies and goals.
  • Monitor and assist in the management of the apprenticeship programs.
  • Lead regular planning and management meetings regarding operational needs.
  • Tack, analyze, and report programmatic data and outcomes related to performance and apprentices' retention.
  • Engage and communicate with a variety of stakeholders, including industry partners, training providers, businesses, and colleges to ensure program success.
  • Monitor and process contract agreements and budgets for the apprenticeship programs.
  • Conduct quality assurance on all programs to ensure compliance with local and federal requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

  • Five years of experience and degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Organizational Development or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • BIW Apprentice Graduate (8,000 hours/4 year) preferred.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.

Required/Preferred Experience

Demonstrated experience in the following areas:

  • Managing complex projects in a matrixed organization preferred.
  • Leading and executing technical projects in engineering disciplines preferred.
  • Knowledge of the BIW engineering/design, business, and planning processes required.
  • Developing and leading training initiatives required.

Unique/Additional Requirements:

  • Effective decision-maker.
  • Demonstrated skills in facilitation and consensus building techniques.

Strong written and verbal skills including:

  • Strong computer skills with focus on Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel required.
  • Ability to develop accurate reports and give formal presentations for audiences including Senior Leadership as required.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce professional correspondence and presentation materials with minimal oversight.

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