Senior Instructor

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith

We are Responsive We have Integrity We are Dynamic We exhibit Excellence

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides continuous evaluation and documentation of direct report instructors to ensure consistency, and quality of instruction, using internal process procedures
• Prepare yearly direct report evaluations in conjunction with semi-annual Goal progress counseling
• Act as a role model to mentor, train, and provide resource support to assist in the development of instructors
• Schedules and effectively applies appropriate instructor resources to ensure customer training expectations are exceeded
• Review course feedback and partner with curriculum development team to implement change where needed
• Provide direct input, and direction to Instructors in the creation of technical training programs for AM Generals product portfolio, utilizing Military Training Doctrine and Principles
• Responsible for the review of all JLTV technical training program requirements to include training packages, lesson plans, tools, part, and any other training prerequisites required to conduct successful for both CONUS and OCONUS locations
• Assists Training Manager with Statement of Work, Basis of Estimates, and workforce requirements in support of cost data analysis for training programs
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for HUMVEE/JLTV technical information, tooling, and maintenance procedures
• Generate detailed training reports regarding training program and updates Training Matrix as required
• Coordinates with other senior personnel in the department to seamlessly accomplish department objectives
• Promote AM General Training and Field Service capabilities to customers worldwide with business development strategies, marketing publications, and tradeshow participation
• Actively participate in Working Group Meetings related to the AM Generals product portfolio
• As part of AM Generals Quality Management System, the Senior Instructor will be responsible for quality processes, procedures, and continual improvement initiatives for the HUMVEE/JLTV Training Section

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Requires minimum two years college degree or 10 years’ experience in military or civilian training and training development, as maintenance training operations supervisor
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic maintenance background
• Experience with Tactical wheeled vehicle testing, retrofitting, including customer technical assistance, training program development
• Strong organizational skills, knowledge of MS Office suite, and a high level of initiative
• Able to communicate effectively with sharp attention to detail, strong problem-solving ability, multitasking skills, and possess expected leadership qualities
• Knowledge of Systems Approach to Training (SAT) and TRADOC Regulation 350-70 a must
• Preferred certifications as follows: Instructor Training Course Certifications ABIC, CFD-IC, SGITC, FDP-1 SAT, SATW; ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications in areas of Automotive, Heavy Truck, or Military Vehicles; Army Instructor Badges BAIB, SAIB, and or MAIB or equivalent US Military branch or Civilian Instructor level training
• Able to qualify or possess a U.S. Government Secret Clearance

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate
• Hand-Eye Coordination: must be able to regularly coordinate one’s eyes with one’s fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasks
• Manual Dexterity: must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controls
• Agility: must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks, including the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Company’s property surrounding facility, or additional work areas
• Climbing / Kneeling: must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balance
• Lifting: must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
• Physical Strength: must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups
• Stamina: must be able to occasionally exert oneself physically over long periods of time, including performing repetitive or strenuous tasks as well as standing and sitting for long periods

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises
• Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
• Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
• Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
• Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
• Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 50% travel may be required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)PDN-9d79e7b8-4e3f-48cd-aecc-4f3ab5ad89d5

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