About this role
Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Training Coordinator, a critical, standardized role across our manufacturing facility, responsible for building and sustaining plant capability through structured on the job training, training standardization, and workforce development.
This role leads the end-to-end on the job training experience, coordinates and delivers training to ensure all hourly associates are equipped with the safety knowledge, operational capability, and technical skills required to meet manufacturing and quality performance standards.
This role serves as a key connector across Manufacturing, Quality, SHE, and Operations Excellence to ensure training translates into safe, reliable, and efficient execution on the floor.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and own the Learner Task Force Trainer Program
- Own and lead on the job training for all manufacturing hourly associate cohorts across all lines and shifts
- Support the design, standardization, and continuous improvement of operator on the job training programs
- Support development of on-the-floor training strategies for new hires and upskilling of existing hourly associates
- Champion a positive and inclusive work environment that reflects BAE Systems' leadership behaviors
- Build strong relationships with hourly associates through coaching, feedback, and support
- Advise site leadership on workforce capability, readiness, and development needs
Required Skills and Education
- Bachelor’s degree, or a minimum of 6 years of leadership experience as a supervisor or manager in manufacturing in lieu of a degree
- Proficiency with manufacturing management concepts
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively
- Ability to work within a dynamic environment and respond well to last minute, high priority, time sensitive projects
- Ability to interface and communicate with all levels of internal and external stakeholders
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong understanding of Circuit Card Manufacturing Process
Preferred Skills and Education
- Leadership experience in the aerospace or defense manufacturing industry
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).