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# Chemical Training Specialist (Starlink) at SpaceX

- **Company:** SpaceX
- **Location:** Bastrop, TX
- **Posted:** 2026-08-27
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-15
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/8756230002?gh_jid=8756230002

## Job description

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.

## CHEMICAL TRAINING SPECIALIST (STARLINK)

A Chemical Training Specialist is driven by the fundamental belief that education and knowledge are power, but a SpaceX Chemical 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 to the table and will be armed with strong communication skills and an innovative problem-solving ability. They must be able to thrive in a hands-on environment and will spend time in the office, on the factory floor, and in the classroom.

## RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Develop and deliver training instructions using manufacturing planning-based applications
- Steer the introduction of all forms of training documentation used by production and engineering for on-the-job training
- Lead implementation of qualification-based authority training initiatives to accomplish training & certification verification
- Lead new course & new course content development, including the ability to build new training courses that align with engineering specifications
- Ensure new/underdeveloped process skills are identified proactively and training is delivered where increased skill proficiency will measurably reduce risk
- Create course materials, such as PowerPoints, student handouts, and tests for instructor-led programs with student assessments. This includes maintaining/revising existing material
- 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
- Onboard Starlink Production Associate New Hires. Set up their initial training and familiarize them with the Starlink user terminal production lines
- Maintain training documents and SOP’s within the Personnel Qualifications systems

## BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of work experience in training coordination, project coordination, and/or learning and development

## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

- In-depth knowledge of federal and state regulations (OSHA, DOT, EPA, TCEQ, IATA, IMDG) regarding chemical safety, such as HAZWOPER, Process Safety Management, HAZMAT Transport, Risk Management Programs, and RCRA; adjacent topics such as confined space, respiratory protection, and control of hazardous energy
- Experience in a manufacturing planning environment
- Experience in facilities that manufacture, process, handle, store, or transport hazardous materials, or experience as an emergency responder to spills/loss of containment at such facilities
- Familiarity with industrial hygiene practices and exposure monitoring, selection and use of PPE, ventilation, forced dilution, gas detection systems, gas abatement, and other engineering controls
- 3-7+ years in chemical manufacturing, processing, storage, transportation, or related high-hazard environment
- Technical credentials such as HAZWOPER 24/40, OSHA 30/10, ICS 100/200/300, DOT/IATA/IMDG HAZMAT (Train-the-Trainer certifications strongly preferred)
- Professional certifications such as CHMM, CSP/ASP, CIH
- 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
- Experience with computer-based learning management systems
- Experience with design tools commonly used in a learning creation environment (MS PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline)
- 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
- Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of management

## 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

## 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](https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987).

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.

## About SpaceX

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft while building a global satellite broadband network and AI infrastructure to enable interplanetary life.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq: SPCX) – IPO priced at $135/share on June 12, 2026
- **Headquarters**: Starbase, Texas (primary); Hawthorne, California (historical headquarters)
- **Founded**: 2002
- **Founders**: Elon Musk

## Core Business
- **Industries**: Aerospace & Defense, Spaceflight, Satellite Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence
- **Target Customers**: Government (NASA, U.S. Armed Forces, international agencies), Commercial satellite operators, Broadband consumers (Starlink), Defense/intelligence (Starshield)
- **Mission**: To make humanity multiplanetary by building the integrated hardware and software infrastructure of the future across space, connectivity, and AI.

## Products & Services
- **Falcon 9**: Reusable two-stage rocket – the world’s most launched orbital rocket, with over 630 successful first-stage reflights.
- **Falcon Heavy**: Heavy-lift launch vehicle composed of three Falcon 9 cores; capable of lifting nearly 64 metric tons to orbit.
- **Starship**: Fully reusable super-heavy launch vehicle and spacecraft (largest ever built) designed for missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
- **Dragon 2**: Crew and cargo spacecraft used for NASA Commercial Crew and private missions to the ISS and beyond.
- **Starlink**: Low-Earth-orbit satellite constellation providing high-speed, low-latency broadband internet to over 10.3 million people globally.
- **Starshield**: Military-grade satellite services for national security and defense customers.
- **SpaceXAI**: Division focused on AI compute infrastructure, frontier models, and real-time data processing (including AI compute satellites).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Conflicting reports – Internal share offer in 2025 valued SpaceX at **$800 billion**; IPO pricing (June 2026) implied a market capitalization of approximately **$75 billion** for the shares offered.
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of **$15.0 billion** (2025); total funding raised **$15.2 billion** across 56 rounds.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Google (led $1B Series G), Intesa Sanpaolo, NASA, U.S. Space Force, and numerous institutional investors.
- **Growth Signals**: Employee headcount of **11,387** (monthly growth +2.5%); **1,671 active job postings**; Falcon 9 launch cadence of 1–3 per week; Starlink subscriber base covering ~10.3 million people; recent acquisition of xAI (February 2026).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Full reusability**: Only company with a fleet of reusable orbital rockets (Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy), dramatically lowering per-launch cost.
- **Vertical integration**: Designs, manufactures, and operates its own rockets, spacecraft, satellite constellation, and AI platform – enabling rapid iteration and cost control.
- **Scale and reliability**: More orbital launches per year than any other provider (public or private); proven track record with NASA and DoD.
- **First-mover in commercial spaceflight**: Established crew transport, satellite internet, and now AI compute in orbit.

## Strategic Focus
- **Starship development**: Complete testing and operational deployment of the fully reusable Starship system for lunar (Artemis) and Mars missions.
- **Starlink expansion**: Grow subscriber base, launch V3 satellites, and extend mobile and direct-to-cell services.
- **AI integration**: Leverage SpaceXAI for on-orbit compute and real-time data analytics; build AI compute satellites.
- **Interplanetary infrastructure**: Develop technologies for sustained human presence on the Moon and Mars.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven culture**: Employees directly contribute to making life multiplanetary – “hard work and innovative solutions result in big gains.”
- **Impactful projects**: Work on reusable rockets, crewed spacecraft, global broadband, and AI systems that are actively changing the space industry.
- **Compensation**: Competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and equity packages.
- **Work locations**: Primary campuses in Hawthorne, CA and Starbase, TX (with additional sites in Cape Canaveral, FL and Vandenberg, CA). Roles span engineering, software, manufacturing, and support.
- **Engineering culture**: Merit-based, fast-paced, with high ownership; top talent sourced from Tesla, Boeing, NASA JPL, and other aerospace leaders.
- **Open roles**: Over 1,600 active positions across software, AI, avionics, propulsion, supply chain, and more – including internships.

## Sources
1. [SpaceX Careers Page](https://www.spacex.com/careers)
2. [LinkedIn – SpaceX Company Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/spacex)
3. [SpaceX IPO Factsheet (PDF)](https://content.spacex.com/cms-assets/FINAL_Documents%20and%20Updates/SpaceX%20IPO_Factsheet.pdf)
4. [SpaceX IPO Pricing Press Release](https://ir.spacex.com/updates/releases-details/2026/Space-Exploration-Technologies-Corp--Announces-Pricing-of-Initial-Public-Offering/default.aspx)
5. [SpaceX Jobs Board (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacex)

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