Technician Trainer

Location: Lynnwood, Washington

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Technician Trainer at our Lynnwood, WA location.

About Crane

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviation’s Alice all-electric aircraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The Technician Trainer will lead and oversee advanced on-the-job training (OJT) and classroom training programs specifically tailored to Technician. This role involves developing, maintaining, and updating comprehensive training plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, industry standards, and technical requirements. The Trainer will evaluate training effectiveness, identify skill gaps, and provide recommendations to enhance workforce capabilities.

Essential Functions

Collaborate and provide input in the development of training programs for Technicians

Implement, and manage training programs for Technicians, ensuring alignment with quality standards, and technical requirements

Ensure new hires, transfers, and existing employees complete their training plans, including advanced technical skills and certifications

Collaborate with Production Supervisors and Value Stream Managers to design and update training plans based on operational needs and individual development goals

In partnership with Engineering, optimize testing conditions, instructions and training documentation to improve training quality and efficiency

Train and cross-train Technicians in automated test setup, execution, and troubleshooting

Train and cross-train Technicians in manual test setup, adjustment, operation and interpretation of results from standard and special purpose test equipment, such as differential and multi-meters, signal generators, power supplies, bridges, oscilloscopes, DMMs, altitude chamber, flow meter and hi-pot

Schedule and coordinate training sessions (classroom, OJT, or virtual) in collaboration with Production Leads, SMEs and Training Specialists

Monitor and assess training effectiveness, modifying training plans and methodologies as needed to ensure optimal outcomes

Provide detailed feedback to area Leads and Supervisors on trainee performance, efficiency, and qualifications achieved

Schedule and administer training classes to certify Associates (i.e., IPC)

Approve and release trainees for independent work upon successful completion of training plans

Ensure timely completion of all training requirements, including cross-training initiatives to support workforce flexibility and Value Stream objectives

Conduct retraining sessions to onboard, address skill gaps and ensure associates meet or exceed efficiency and quality standards

Maintain accurate training records and ensure compliance with all relevant policies, regulations, and documentation requirements

Promote and enforce safety practices, ensuring all associates perform tasks in a safe manner and adhere to safety guidelines

Proactively identify and communicate training-related challenges, collaborating with supervisors and management to resolve issues

Serve as a point of contact for training-related inquiries and provide support for training-related administrative tasks

All other duties assigned by Manager

Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or a related production environment, with a focus on electronics technician-level tasks and training

Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, raw materials, quality control standards (e.g., AS9100), and industry best practices
• Familiarity with IPC standards and other relevant certifications
• Knowledge of electronic components, circuitry, and testing equipment

Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in soldering, rework, and repair techniques, including SMT and through-hole components
• Strong technical aptitude, including the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and manufacturing instructions
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to provide clear instructions and constructive feedback
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple training programs simultaneously
• Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other training tools
• Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent required. Advanced technical certifications (e.g., IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC 7711/7721, or equivalent) required

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience in developing and delivering technical training programs
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams in a manufacturing environment
• Hold industry-level certified trainer certifications (i.e., IPC)

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform tasks assigned to support Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth projects
• Participate in Crane Business System events such as Kaizen, JDI, KPI reviews, etc.
• Serve as a backup for Production Leads and fellow Production Trainers as needed
• Act as an administrator for online training platforms (e.g., Convergence) as required
• Support customer visits and internal/external audits as needed

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are typical for an electronics manufacturing environment
• May require the use of safety equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, ESD protection, masks, hearing protection, and other PPE as necessary
• Potential exposure to environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust, or fumes
• Flexibility to work overtime or adjust schedules as needed to meet training and production requirements
• Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Mental/Visual: Use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses, and
• computers
• Workspace (line, cube, etc): Assembly cell and training room

Top Benefits

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.

Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.

401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.

Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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Salary range: $58.74 - $70.10. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.