Lead Technical Training Engineer (Starlink)

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.

LEAD TECHNICAL TRAINING ENGINEER (STARLINK)

A Lead Technical Training Engineer is driven by the fundamental belief that education and knowledge are power. However, a SpaceX Lead Technical Training Engineer 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 to the table and will be armed with strong communication skills and an innovative problem-solving ability. They have the ability to lead a successful team with strong SpaceX leadership values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the Team Lead for Training Engineers, Training Specialists and Technical Trainers, with operational responsibility.
• Set priories for team and manages day to day activities.
• Mentor and monitor the team's personal development and performance.
• Act as the technical point of contact for all training requirements.
• Manage and serve as the business system owner for Learning Management System (Bridge), Personnel Qualifications, and Training Engineering Masters (TRN WO).
• Lead trainings of all planning functions in the use of training EMs. Own all training Engineering Masters (EM), including test plans.
• Lead standardization of training methods across departments at the site; including, on-the-job training (OJT), live internal course offerings, and external course offerings.
• Act as point of contact for ensuring training courses are up to date and conform with current specifications.
• Lead design for all hardware and training aids used for hands-on technical training courses.
• Lead development and deliver systems-based training applications (WARP, MES, RTFM, Etc).
• Lead new course content development, including the ability to build new training courses to align with engineering specifications.
• 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:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years of experience in technical training or developing coursework in a manufacturing setting.

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.
• Excellent oral and written training/communication skills.
• In-depth understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and systems troubleshooting.
• In-depth understanding of Personnel Qualifications (PQ) and manufacturing planning (MES).
• 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:

• This role is located in Bastrop, TX and will require you to be onsite. Remote work will not be considered
• Position may require extended hours and/or weekend work
• This position may require some travel. Up to 5%

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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