Training Program Manager

Job overview

The Training Program Manager role is based in Portsmouth, VA, with work in offices, shipyards, and customer facilities. The stated pay range is $100,000–$110,000 annually. The role supports workforce development for naval ship repair operations and reports to the Director of Trades. The manager builds technical training pipelines, apprenticeship programs, and certification processes for skilled and semi-skilled trades employees. The work helps develop a qualified workforce that meets Navy, shipyard, contractual, safety, and performance standards.

What you'll do

• Ensure training aligns with NAVSEA, OSHA, and Department of Labor requirements
• design technical training for shipboard trades
• assess workforce skills and address gaps
• partner with colleges, trade schools, and government agencies
• maintain training and certification records
• integrate safety and quality standards
• monitor program outcomes
• contribute to budgets and training schedules
• support orientation and workforce development initiatives.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

training program manager

workforce development

maritime apprenticeship

naval ship repair

technical training

portsmouth va

imia llc

$100k–$110k

navsea

osha

department of labor

shipyard training

occasional travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting describes the position as full time and requires occasional local, regional, and other U.S. travel. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent maritime leadership experience is required.

About the employer

IMIA, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Apprenticeship Training. Sector: 61.