SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER (STARLINK TRAINING)

The Starlink Training team is looking for a motivated and energetic Instructional Designer who wants to put their skills to use, elevating our learning and development program. This position will be working with subject matter experts throughout Starlink requiring a driven individual who is always excited to learn and tackle new challenges while creating strategic content to help the organization meet its learning objectives.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create computer-based training modules that meet marketing and legal standards.
• Partner directly with subject matter experts to design and develop engaging content for a variety of audiences and delivery modes (online, classroom, etc.) with clear strategies and tactics to achieve desired learning outcomes.
• Maintain and revise existing learning products, keeping specific audience, learning modality, and other learning considerations in mind while always looking for the most efficient way to express the desired learning objectives.
• Serve as project manager on multiple product development projects simultaneously with the ability to stay within timelines and rapidly adjust to changing priorities.
• Manage learner needs, permissions, and skill tracking certifications within various internal platforms.
• Serve as learning management system administrator for the Starlink training team, providing technical support, and working cross-functionally with the SpaceX Instructional Design team.
• Measure the impact and outcomes of training material to reduce time to proficiency and increase retention.
• Develop and design material to represent Starlink in customer-facing or external partner learning programs.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 2+ years of experience designing and developing training curriculum.
• 2+ years of experience managing and utilizing learning management systems and skill tracking.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience managing computer-based learning management systems.
• Experience with design tools commonly used in a learning creation environment (MS PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Articulate Storyline, iSpring Studio & Camtasia Studio).
• Ability to create live video production, audio recording and voiceover.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate in both written and oral formats.
• Open collaborative style; ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously with minimal supervision or direction.
• Comfortable in environments with shifting priorities.
• Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of management.
• Proficiency with MS Office products.
• Experience in a customer focused learning environment.
• Curiosity to understand the strategic priorities for SpaceX how learning and development can best address skill and knowledge gaps in the workforce.
• Experience with CSS and basic website building/design.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is not a remote position and it will be required to report to our Hawthorne office.
• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:          

Instructional Designer/Level I: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00/per year

Instructional Designer/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year           

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.    

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.