Job Details
Job Location: The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research - Danville, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Education
Description
About IALR
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research, advanced learning, economic development, advanced manufacturing, and conference services. Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. WE discover breakthroughs, create opportunity, grow innovation, power progress, and host greatness. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in daily preserving and delivering this mission.
About ATDM
The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) Program is specifically designed to help adult learners earn the skills necessary to make an immediate impact in the submarine industrial base (SIB). The SIB is the system of companies producing parts for the U.S. military to purchase. Our students’ backgrounds, experiences, and education levels vary widely, but most of them are either seeking a career change or beginning their educational journeys. What they have in common is the desire to serve the U.S. by working in the defense industrial base.
ATDM was created to teach the skills needed to increase military equipment production. The U.S. government also realized that manufacturing in this country is now a mere 12% of our workforce sector. When WWII started in 1938, approximately 1/3 of the U.S. workforce was in manufacturing. So, not only do we not have a strong arsenal demonstrating our ability to defend ourselves, but we don’t have the workforce trained to build the arsenal, either.
Due to the importance of submarines in military defense, the Navy is currently funding ATDM and students are trained in the skills needed to repair, upfit, and build submarines. These skills are transferrable to other defense industry companies, as well. Students earn the skills for great-paying, in-demand defense industry jobs in these skilled trades:
- Additive Manufacturing
- CNC Machining
- Non-destructive Testing
- Quality Control Inspection (also known as Metrology)
- Welding
Speed to skills and focus is the key. The training is rigorous. Six hundred hours of instruction is completed in just four months. Graduates complete the program with industry-recognized certifications and job opportunities. ATDM staff members work with students on resumes and interview skills and provide connections to companies that are hiring.
What will you do?
The ATDM CNC Machining Instructor is responsible for delivering instruction, curriculum/lab development, advising students, and working with curriculum developers and industry partners to maintain CNC program relevancy meeting the needs of the Defense Industrial Base. This position will require a driven individual to teach in an accelerated, short-term training program. The Instructor will perform other duties as assigned. Some travel may be required.
Shift Availability
ATDM Instructors and Technicians are assigned shifts based on training needs. Shift assignments are based on business needs at the time of hiring, performance, and tenure. These positions require the flexibility to work all shifts as the program needs change. Your salary will include a shift differential based on the class times you are assigned to instruct. First shift classes start at 7:00 a.m. Second shift classes start at 3:00 p.m. Third shift classes start at 11:00 p.m. The current opening will support ATDM classes on third shift.
Why is the position open?
Because of the growth of our campus through success in our many programs, we’re adding more talent to our team. Due to the success of our Manufacturing Advancement team in executing the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) Program in partnership with the Department of the Navy, this position that is funded by a federal contract. The position is funded through June 2025. IALR will continue to request funding beyond 2025.
Expected Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in precision machining or
- Three years of experience and relevant education
- Demonstrated success as an ATDM Technician for five cohorts
- Operation and G-code programming of multi-axis milling and turning centers
- Proficient in the use of CAD/CAM software
What IALR Offers
IALR will offer a salary of $77,000 - $80,000. IALR offers unique career opportunities in an innovative environment, all to support the economic transformation of Southern Virginia. Eligible employees are afforded excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage with lower-than-expected costs and participate in the Virginia Retirement System to save for their future.
How to Apply
Apply online at www.ialr.org/employment. Interviews will begin as qualified applicants are identified.
- Proficient with manual lathes and vertical milling machines
- Competency in blueprint interpretation and GD&T
- Competency in technical math including trigonometry and application of machine shop formulas
- Experience using inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, and other common hand tools
- Knowledge of advanced tooling and machining practices
- Knowledge of basic shop safety
- Demonstrated ability to work with a widely diverse faculty, staff, and student population; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
