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Welding Technical Trainer, GTAW (Starship)

SpaceX· Starship Technical Training
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Starbase, TXFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Welding Technical Trainer responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive GTAW/TIG training program for flight-critical welding operations on Starship and Super Heavy, collaborating with Weld Development, Build Engineering, and Operations to translate skill requirements into hands-on lessons and assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Teach TIG/GTAW welding techniques, safety procedures, and equipment maintenance to students at various skill levels
  • Develop and update curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials in accordance with industry standards
  • Provide hands-on demonstrations and supervise students during practical lab work to ensure safe and effective learning
  • Assess and evaluate student performance through practical tests, projects, and written exams
  • Maintain welding equipment and ensure the laboratory environment is safe and organized
  • Stay up to date with the latest advancements in welding technology and integrate them into the curriculum
  • Collaborate with colleagues to enhance program quality and student success
  • Advise and mentor students during their academic instruction and welding careers at SpaceX
  • Participate and contribute to team meetings, professional development, and other continuing education-related activities

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in welding, welding technology, or engineering and 6+ years of professional welding experience; OR associate degree in welding, welding technology, or engineering and 8+ years of professional welding experience; OR high school diploma or equivalency certificate and 10+ years of professional welding experience
  • 2+ years of experience teaching or training in a classroom or industrial setting

Skills

Required:GTAW/TIG weldingCurriculum developmentLaboratory instructionAssessment and evaluationSafety and equipment maintenanceCommunication and collaboration
Last updated Aug 5, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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