ACE CNC Outreach & Training Instructor

WSU Tech; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

WSU Tech is seeking an ACE Program Outreach and Training Assistant to support the ACE CNC machining training program. The role blends technical instruction with industry outreach to promote machining careers for students, professionals, and institutions within WSU Tech’s hub of influence.

Responsibilities include delivering CNC machining and metrology instruction, developing partnerships with industry, and expanding ACE training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least three years of relevant experience in machining, industry outreach, business development, or workforce development, preferably in manufacturing.
• Ability to teach CNC Machining and Metrology and support future ACE program growth.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing technologies, processes, and workforce needs, including areas such as additive manufacturing, precision measuring, and quality control.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Previous teaching or training experience preferred.
• Previous outreach, program development, or business development experience preferred.
• Must obtain ACE Train the Trainer certification within the first three months of employment.
• NC3 Precision Measuring certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ACE Training Instructor for WSU Tech’s ACE CNC machining training program supported by the U.S. Department of Defense.
• Provide ACE CNC and Metrology instruction and support future areas of ACE training.
• Deliver and support training for K-12 students, industry professionals, public training participants, and other educational institutions.
• Promote machining careers and ACE-related employment opportunities critical to U.S. manufacturing and defense.
• Support instruction and workforce development related to CNC machining, CAM, machining dynamics, and cost analysis.
• Support ACE-related K-12 activities, outreach, and promotional events.
• Develop relationships with industry partners and support collaborative workforce initiatives.
• Participate in required professional development activities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as College policies and procedures.
• Operate job-related equipment, machinery, tools, and other aids as required.
• Protect confidential and sensitive information.
• Perform other duties as assigned or necessary to support the department and College.

Skills

CNC Machining

Metrology

Outreach

Teaching

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ACE Train the Trainer certification

NC3 Precision Measuring certification

Job description

WSU Tech is seeking an ACE Program Outreach and Training Assistant to support the ACE CNC machining training program. The role blends technical instruction with industry outreach to promote machining careers for students, professionals, and institutions within WSU Tech’s hub of influence.

Responsibilities include delivering CNC machining and metrology instruction, developing partnerships with industry, and expanding ACE training opportunities.