Manufacturing Training Lead

About PowerusPowerus 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.MissionOur 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 PowerusPowerus 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 OverviewPowerus is seeking a Manufacturing Training Lead to develop and deliver hands-on training and technician qualification for production line personnel.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain training curriculum for soldering, cable and harness assembly, mechanical assembly, conformal coating, and related processesDeliver hands-on training on IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 workmanship standardsQualify and certify technicians against internal and customer-required standardsEvaluate technician proficiency through practical assessments and workmanship auditsMaintain training records and certification trackingWork with production and quality to identify recurring defects and develop corrective trainingUpdate training materials as new products and processes enter the lineConduct onboarding and skills assessment for new production hiresQualificationsMust be located in the United States, within commuting distance of Rock Hill, SCHands-on soldering experience, including through-hole and surface-mount techniquesExperience training production personnel in electronics or electromechanical manufacturingWorking knowledge of IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610Ability to write work instructions and visual training aidsU.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 dataPreferred QualificationsIPC Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) certificationExperience in aerospace, defense, or AS9100 manufacturingFamiliarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable and harness standardsExperience with conformal coating application and inspectionExperience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvementActive or prior U.S. security clearanceWhat We Look ForCandidates should have trained technicians to a workmanship standard and be able to describe how training changed a measured defect rate.Equal Opportunity StatementPowerus 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.