About this role
Job Description
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Training & Development Specialist is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining training programs to ensure employees are properly trained, qualified, and prepared to perform their job responsibilities. This position works closely with operations leadership and employees to identify training needs, maintain compliance, improve job performance, and support continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Training & Development
- Develop, update, and maintain On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs.
- Assign new employees to qualified trainers and track their training progress.
- Develop and administer training materials, tests, and assessments.
- Train and coach employees on proper job responsibilities and procedures.
- Develop additional training programs as operational needs arise.
- Identify employee training needs and opportunities for development.
Training Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain employee training records and monitor training compliance.
- Notify management of overdue training and assist with completion.
- Assign and remove DCS procedures based on employee positions and qualifications.
- Maintain, review, and certify SOPs annually to ensure they are current.
- Lead required Process Safety Management (PSM) refresher training.
- Update SOPs and train employees on applicable electronic Management of Change (eMOC) requirements.
Operational Support
- Assist with audits and address training-related findings.
- Support the development of new SOPs for equipment changes, new technology, and improvement projects.
- Assist with employee interviews, selection, and onboarding.
- Support and facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities.
- Work with operations leadership to improve employee performance and operational readiness.
Continuous Improvement
- Promote Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
- Identify opportunities to improve training programs and manufacturing processes.
- Support initiatives that improve safety, quality, efficiency, and employee performance.
Position Expectations
- Demonstrate initiative and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Maintain flexibility in work schedule to support operational and training needs.
- Communicate effectively with employees, trainers, supervisors, and management.
- Maintain a proactive approach to identifying and addressing training needs.
Required Skills and Education
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Minimum of 5 years production/manufacturing experience with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education including personnel/supervisory responsibilities.
- Knowledge/background of a variety of production support activities including manufacturing process flow, quality, environmental, engineering, and purchasing
Preferred Skills and Education
- Experience in chemical manufacturing processes.
- Previous experience with Maximo, Kronos, and familiarity with handling and processing acids and/or energetic material.
About BAE Systems, Inc.:
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information
Employee
Benefits
At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern
Benefits
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).