Technical Trainer, CNC Machining (Starship Components)

A Machining Technical Trainer is driven by the fundamental belief that hands-on technical education is essential to building world-class manufacturing capability. This role combines that belief with a strong sense of urgency, creativity, and resourcefulness to develop and deliver practical training that enables the machine shop team to safely and efficiently operate Okuma mill-turns, mills, and lathes. The ideal candidate brings deep machine shop experience, educational experience developing and delivering technical training programs, strong communication skills, innovative problem-solving abilities, and a passion for contributing to the advancement of human space exploration through precision machining excellence.

• →Create course materials using educational tools: PowerPoint, student handouts, exams, study materials, and instructor-led student assessments focused on CNC machining
• →Own, create, and edit training Engineering Masters (EMs) for relevant machining training courses
• →Partner directly with subject matter experts to design and develop engaging content for a variety of audiences and delivery modes (online, classroom, and shop floor) with clear strategies and tactics to achieve desired learning outcomes, including but not limited to: Okuma operation and programming, general mill-turn operation, CNC setup, tool selection, and machining safety
• →Lead training modules (On the Job and self-paced) for Production & Engineering teams on Okuma mill-turns, mills, and lathes
• →Assess and evaluate student performance through practical tests on CNC and conventional equipment, machining projects, and written exams
• →Organize, schedule, and manage enrollments, attendance, and student performance
• →Develop process specifications and research new machining technologies and techniques for Okuma CNC systems
• →Perform special assignments (e.g. leading machine setup improvements or process modifications in the shop)
• →Engage Production Management, Engineering, Quality and other subject matter experts to gather feedback and implement process improvements for future training modules
• →Coordinate with third party vendors for specialized Okuma resources and instruction when needed

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience as a technical/on-the-job trainer, conducting hands-on, instructor-led machining or CNC courses

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, industrial education, or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a machine shop environment
• 5+ years of experience creating training materials and delivering technical training programs
• Strong knowledge of Okuma mill-turns, mills, and lathes
• Experience programming and operating Okuma CNC systems (G-code, M-code, tool offsets, work coordinate systems)
• Proficiency with the development of training programs and materials, including student assessments and hands-on machining exercises
• Ability to independently analyze, review, and research machining processes and applicable standards
• In-depth understanding of production machining processes (CNC milling, turning, mill-turn operations, tooling, fixturing, and precision measurement)
• Excellent oral and written training and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with video editing or online training module development
• 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 and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and machining specifications

• Must be able to work overtime and weekends based on site operational needs
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, stand for extended periods, and move safely around CNC machine tools 

• 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.  

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