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.

TECHINCAL TRAINING SPECIALIST 

A Technical Training Specialist is driven by the fundamental belief that education and knowledge are power. A SpaceX Technical Training Specialist combines that belief with a strong sense of urgency, creativity, and resourcefulness and thrives on opportunities for hands-on application. The ideal candidate brings applicable industry experience and will be armed with strong communication skills and an innovative problem-solving ability. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build training Engineering Masters (EM), including test plans 
• Develop and deliver WARP-based training applications 
• Steer the introduction of all training EMs used by production for on-the-job training 
• Lead Personnel Qualification projects for deployment in production EMs for training & certification verification 
• Lead new course & new course content development, including the ability to build new training courses to align with engineering specifications 
• Create course materials, such as PowerPoints, student handouts, and tests for instructor-led programs with student assessments 
• Lead training modules (classroom and online) for SpaceX personnel on a variety of technical topics 
• Develop process specifications and research on new technologies 
• Engage production management, engineering, quality, and subject matter experts to gather required technical information on complex manufacturing processes and technologies 
• Monitor human error trends as a result of training to assess training impacts and provide solutions to demonstrate a downward trend 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate 
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing planning environment 
• 2+ years of work experience and increasing responsibility in training coordination, project coordination, and/or learning and development 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software 
• Training experience within a manufacturing environment 
• Skills to independently analyze, review, and research manufacturing processes and applicable standards 
• Experience with video editing and online training module development 
• Excellent oral and written training/communication skills 
• Ability to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and machine operation 
• Demonstrated experience as a team-oriented self-starter, eager to meet and exceed objectives, with the ability to handle a multi-project environment 
• Ability to read engineering drawings and electrical schematics 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:   

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends to meet critical deadlines if needed 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay range:

Technical Training Specialist/Senior: $110,000.00 - $145,000.00/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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.