ATDM Floating Instructor: Welding

To ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by August 5, 2026. Review of applications will begin on August 5, 2026, and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely align with the requirements of the position will be contacted.

Due to the nature of the work environment, candidates must be a US person as defined by US export control regulations and eligible to access controlled unclassified information (CUI).

The Pay, Perks, and Benefits

• Annual Salary of $83,500 - $94,500 and commensurate with experience.
• Retirement benefits are provided through the Virginia Retirement System with employer match.
• Generous time off is provided, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year.
• Paid holidays are provided, including a two week paid winter break.
• Anthem PPO and HSA health plans are offered, with excellent dental options.

What You Will Do
The ATDM Floating Instructor – Welding plays a key role in supporting welding instruction and ensuring continuity of training operations across all shifts. This position serves as a flexible instructional resource, assisting with classroom and lab operations, instructor coverage, student evaluation, and program quality initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide instructional support and coverage for Welding courses across all shifts as needed.
• Assist with onboarding and training new Welding Instructors and Technicians.
• Prepare and maintain welding labs and classrooms to ensure readiness for daily instruction.
• Ensure compliance with 5S standards, safety requirements, classroom expectations, and daily/weekly operational routines.
• Support adherence to emergency procedures, equipment maintenance requirements, and welding lab best practices.
• Evaluate welding assignments and practical assessments.
• Document student credentials, certifications, and program outcomes.
• Conduct facility tours and demonstrations for visitors and stakeholders as requested.
• Assist the Welding Lead Instructor with special projects and departmental initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

How You Will Help the Team
The Floating Instructor ensures uninterrupted delivery of welding training by providing coverage during instructor absences, vacations, and other staffing needs. By supporting multiple shifts and maintaining instructional quality standards, this role helps create a consistent and high-quality learning experience for ATDM participants while supporting the overall success of the Welding program.

Shift Differential
This role is responsible for providing instructional coverage and maintaining continuity of operations across all Welding program shifts. The primary schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; however, the incumbent is expected to adjust their schedule as needed to fill instructional gaps caused by absences, vacations, staffing shortages, or other operational needs.

With advance notice from management, the Floating Instructor may be reassigned to support:

• Second Shift: Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Third Shift: Sunday through Thursday, 10:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

This position is designed to provide flexible instructional coverage across all shifts, and candidates must be willing and able to work alternate schedules when needed to ensure uninterrupted training delivery and student success.