Automotive Training Project Manager

Vectrus, Inc; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X seeks a Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of automotive service technician training programs across multiple environments. The role ensures curriculum alignment, maintains program standards, and coordinates with partner schools and stakeholders to drive outcomes.

The position requires 5+ years in related fields, strong communication, and LMS experience, with a focus on program development and compliance. On-site work in the Troy, Michigan area is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive service, technical training support, workforce development, administrative program coordination, or related settings.
• Strong communication skills and comfort presenting information to groups.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, reports, and partner relationships effectively.
• Familiar with learning management systems or similar digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead repurposing and adaptation of training content into cohesive entry level technician curriculum across training environments.
• Establish annual program priorities: curriculum updates, training paths, standards integration.
• Manage recurring reporting cycles and graduation processing coordination.
• Serve as main point of contact for participating schools and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with schools to set performance metrics and review improvement plans.
• Present program updates at meetings, training events, and educator gatherings.
• Support regional and national training events and competitions.
• Manage the secure program website and distribute policies and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program coordination

Project management

Educational program development

Education

Associate degree in Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Technical Education

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Overview

About Us

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

General Function:

The Manager, Automotive Service Technician Training Programs provides strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple technician training pathways. This role ensures curriculum alignment, maintains program standards, leads communications, supports partner schools, oversees reporting processes, and guides all aspects of entry level technician development. The Manager acts as a central point of contact for participating institutions and stakeholders, ensuring smooth, consistent, and effective program execution.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Specific Duties:

• Strategic Leadership & Program Direction
  • Lead the repurposing and adaptation of established training content into cohesive entry level technician curriculum used across multiple training environments.
  • Establish annual program priorities such as curriculum updates, training path development, and standards integration to ensure alignment across training partners.
• Operational Oversight & Administration
  • Manage recurring reporting cycles, including monthly donations reporting, weekly enrollment status tracking, and performance updates as required.
  • Support graduation processing by coordinating competency verification, updating records, and ensuring prompt credit assignment.
• School & Institutional Engagement
  • Serve as the main point of contact for participating schools, supporting program operations, communication needs, and performance expectations.
  • Collaborate with schools to establish performance metrics, maintain scorecards, and review improvement plans developed by school administrators.
• Committee Participation & Program Representation
  • Participate actively in standards related and curriculum focused committees, contributing to program alignment and ongoing development.
  • Present program updates and performance information at meetings, training events, and educator gatherings throughout the year.
  • Support regional and national training events, competitions, and meetings as required by program stakeholders.
• Website, Systems & Infrastructure Leadership
  • Manage the secure program website used by partner schools for data submission, tracking, and reporting functions.
  • Maintain and distribute policies, procedures, and best practices documentation to all participating schools.
    

Qualifications

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in any combination of the following: automotive service, technical training support, workforce development, administrative program coordination, or related technical/educational settings.
• Strong communication skills and comfort presenting information to groups.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, reports, and partner relationships effectively.
• Comfortable learning and using learning management systems or similar digital tools.

Desired Experience:

• Experience coordinating training programs, curriculum activities, or school/industry partnerships.
• Exposure to standards committees, curriculum review teams, or technical training environments.

Education:

• Associate degree in Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Technical Education, or a related field.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.