External Training Manager

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Manager of Training to lead our training program development. This role is responsible for identifying, assessing, planning, developing, creating, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating training programs for Saronic products, as well as provide direction to internal training needs.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement comprehensive training programs tailored to the needs of customers
• Conduct customer needs assessments to identify skill gaps and training opportunities
• Ensure training programs meet various certification, audit, and compliance requirements
• Work with external training providers, internal stakeholders, instructional designers, and media producers to develop and deliver training
• Work across departments to assess and deliver program strategy, define organizational needs, and collaborate on the strategic alignment of training
• Assess user needs and align course content and design accordingly
• Refine data capture and its analysis to improve training
• Research, advocate for, and implement training methodologies relevant to assessed needs, including the development and use of AR/VR formats
• Assist the team in producing effective and engaging educational experiences
• Advocate for the training team's strategic needs
• Establish and maintain appropriate instructional design principles and theories to maximize learner engagement and retention
• Leverage our learning management system to deliver, track, and ensure training completion
• Evaluate the efficacy of digital, live, and hybrid training
  
  

Qualifications

• Expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design principles, and program delivery online and in person
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects, resources, and budgets effectively
• Proficient in assessing and analyzing performance to improve the training product
• Experience in producing digital learning experiences using authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of data evaluation and assessments
• Master's Degree in instructional design, education, or a related field
• Experience in training in corporate, DoD, or related manufacturing environments
• Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS)
• Experience with Cornerstone preferred
  
  

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
  
  

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)
  
  

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.