Manufacturing Training Lead

SDFM; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerus is seeking a Manufacturing Training Lead to develop and deliver hands-on training for production line personnel in the United States, focusing on electronics and electromechanical assembly. The role includes creating curricula, conducting hands-on IPC standard training, and certifying technicians to meet internal and customer requirements.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on soldering experience, experience training staff, and the ability to create effective work instructions and

Qualifications

• Hands-on soldering experience in electronics or electromechanical assembly.
• Experience training production personnel in electronics or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Ability to write work instructions and visual training aids.
• Working knowledge of IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards.
• U.S. Person status required; access to ITAR/EAR data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain training curriculum for soldering, cable & harness, mechanical assembly, and related processes.
• Deliver hands-on training on IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 workmanship standards.
• Qualify and certify technicians against internal and customer standards.
• Evaluate technician proficiency through practical assessments and audits.
• Maintain training records and certification tracking.
• Collaborate with production and quality to identify recurring defects and develop corrective training.
• Update training materials as products/processes change.
• Conduct onboarding and skill assessments for new hires.

Skills

Hands-on soldering

Training production personnel

Documentation writing

IPC J-STD-001 knowledge

Tools

IPC J-STD-001

IPC-A-610

IPC/WHMA-A-620

Job description

About Powerus

Powerus is building a next-generation American autonomous systems platform designed to move, protect, and sustain critical assets in high-consequence environments. The company combines advanced autonomy, manufacturing capability, operational expertise, and strategic acquisitions to support defense, national security, critical infrastructure, and commercial operations globally.

Mission

Our mission is to deliver resilient autonomous technologies that strengthen national security, improve operational safety, and expand the capabilities of organizations operating in complex environments.

Why Join Powerus

Powerus is scaling production of unmanned aerial systems at Rock Hill. Assembly quality depends on technicians trained to workmanship standards that hold up under flight loads and field conditions.

This role owns the training program for production personnel: curriculum, hands-on instruction, qualification, and records, across electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical assembly.

Position Overview

Powerus is seeking a Manufacturing Training Lead to develop and deliver hands-on training and technician qualification for production line personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain training curriculum for soldering, cable and harness assembly, mechanical assembly, conformal coating, and related processes


• Deliver hands-on training on IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 workmanship standards


• Qualify and certify technicians against internal and customer-required standards


• Evaluate technician proficiency through practical assessments and workmanship audits


• Maintain training records and certification tracking


• Work with production and quality to identify recurring defects and develop corrective training


• Update training materials as new products and processes enter the line


• Conduct onboarding and skills assessment for new production hires

Qualifications

• Must be located in the United States, within commuting distance of Rock Hill, SC


• Hands-on soldering experience, including through-hole and surface-mount techniques


• Experience training production personnel in electronics or electromechanical manufacturing


• Working knowledge of IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610


• Ability to write work instructions and visual training aids


• U.S. Person status required (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)); this role involves access to ITAR- and EAR-controlled technical data

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) certification


• Experience in aerospace, defense, or AS9100 manufacturing


• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable and harness standards


• Experience with conformal coating application and inspection


• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement


• Active or prior U.S. security clearance

What We Look For

Candidates should have trained technicians to a workmanship standard and be able to describe how training changed a measured defect rate.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Powerus is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and mission-driven workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.