Additive Manufacturing Instructor – ATDM Program

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VRS retirement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health plans

Dental options

Job summary

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville, VA is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Instructor for the ATDM program. You will deliver hands-on training, develop curriculum, provide classroom and lab instruction, and mentor adult learners to prepare them for careers in advanced manufacturing and the defense supply chain.

This on-site role requires a passion for teaching, expertise in additive manufacturing (DFAM, CAD/CAM, metal and polymer processes), and the ability to adapt to

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field or a minimum of two years of experience with additive manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM).
• Extensive experience using CAD/CAM software applications, preferably Fusion 360 or Mastercam.
• Extensive experience with additive manufacturing slicing software, preferably Eiger.io.
• Experience with additive manufacturing processes involving metals and/or polymers.
• Demonstrated experience teaching, training, or instructing adult learners.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student, faculty, and staff populations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and deliver curriculum related to additive manufacturing processes and applications.
• Provide classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in an accelerated workforce training environment.
• Teach additive manufacturing safety practices, industry standards, and operational best practices.
• Guide, mentor, and support adult learners throughout their training experience.
• Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback to promote student success.
• Maintain instructional materials, equipment, and laboratory readiness.
• Collaborate with instructors, program staff, and industry partners to continuously improve training outcomes.
• Stay current with emerging additive manufacturing technologies, materials, and industry trends.
• Support program activities that may require travel, evening classes, weekend instruction, or training at off-campus locations.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

DFAM

Teaching adults

Communication skills

Mentoring learners

CAD/CAM software

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree in related field

Tools

Fusion 360

Mastercam

Eiger.io

Job description

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville, VA is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Instructor for the ATDM program. You will deliver hands-on training, develop curriculum, provide classroom and lab instruction, and mentor adult learners to prepare them for careers in advanced manufacturing and the defense supply chain.

This on-site role requires a passion for teaching, expertise in additive manufacturing (DFAM, CAD/CAM, metal and polymer processes), and the ability to adapt to