Senior Technical Trainer

Stellant Systems, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellant Systems, Inc. in Torrance, CA is seeking a Senior Technical Trainer to lead specialized IPC J STD 001 Space training and NASA 8739.1 programs for flight hardware operators and inspectors.

You will certify personnel, maintain compliance, and drive continuous improvement of core competencies across the Stellant Learning Center. You will deliver hands-on soldering and inspection training, manage certifications, and coordinate with Quality, Manufacturing, and Process Owners to ensure

Qualifications

• 5 years as Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) for IPC J STD 001 w/ Space Addendum with active certification.
• Soldering proficiency across Through-Hole, SMT, and Wire & Terminal operations.
• Certified NASA Trainer Level 1B for NASA STD 8739.1 with active certification.
• 5+ years in aerospace/defense electronics manufacturing, soldering, or inspection.
• Experience delivering ESD, FOD, GDP, and other core competency training.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, workmanship criteria, and flight hardware handling.
• Ability to evaluate operator workmanship and provide coaching.
• Experience maintaining training records in an LMS (Litmos).
• Excellent communication for audit-defensible instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led and hands-on training for soldering, inspection, staking, harness assembly per IPC J STD 001 Space and NASA STD 8739.1.
• Conduct in-person core competency training for ESD, FOD, GDP, GDP and other Stellant Learning Center courses.
• Administer operator and inspector certifications, including initial qualification and recertification cycles.
• Develop, maintain, and update training materials reflecting revisions of J STD 001 Space and NASA 8739.1.
• Audit-ready training records in IPC Database and Litmos for customer and agency reviews.
• Perform hands-on evaluations to verify operator proficiency before flight hardware work.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and Process Owners to align training with changes.
• Identify training gaps and support RCCA activities related to workmanship issues.

Skills

CIT certification

Soldering proficiency

Training delivery

Audit readiness

Communication skills

Education

Certified NASA Trainer Level 1B

Tools

Litmos LMS

NASA STD 8739.1

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Technical Trainer

Job Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $90,000-$120,000/yr DOE

The Trainer is responsible for delivering, maintaining, and continuously improving all special process training related to IPC J STD 001 with Space Addendum and NASA STD 8739.1. This role ensures operators, inspectors, and technicians performing work on flight hardware are trained, certified, and current per industry, NASA, and customer requirements. The Trainer serves as the company's Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) and primary authority for soldering, harness, staking, and inspection workmanship instruction.

In addition to special process training, this role leads the Stellant Learning Center by conducting structured, in person training for core competency programs such as ESD Control, FOD Prevention, Good Documentation Practices, Avoiding Verbal Orders, and other required on the job training modules.

Responsibilities

• Special Process Training Delivery - Deliver instructor led and hands on training for soldering, inspection, staking, harness assembly, and other processes governed by IPC J STD 001 Space and NASA STD 8739.1.
• Core Competency Training - Conduct in person training sessions for ESD, FOD, Good Documentation Practices, Avoid Verbal Orders, and other foundational Stellant Learning Center courses required for all personnel.
• Certification & Recertification Management - Administer operator and inspector certifications, including initial qualification, practical evaluations, and scheduled recertification cycles.
• Curriculum Development - Develop, maintain, and update training materials, practical exercises, and assessments to reflect current revisions of J STD 001 Space, NASA STD 8739.1, and internal/core competency requirements.
• Audit Ready Training Records - Ensure all training, certification, and competency evidence is accurately recorded within the IPC Database as well as within the LMS (Litmos) and available for customer, NASA, and internal audits.
• Operator Competency Verification - Perform hands on evaluations and workmanship reviews to validate operator proficiency before authorization to work on flight hardware.
• Cross Functional Support - Partner with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, and Process Owners to ensure training aligns with process changes, corrective actions, and customer requirements.
• Continuous Improvement - Identify training gaps, propose improvements, and support RCCA activities related to workmanship escapes or audit findings.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 5 years as Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) for IPC J STD 001 w/ Space Addendum with active certification
• Demonstrated hands-on proficiency with Through-Hole, SMT, and Wire and Terminal soldering operations
• Certified NASA Trainer Level 1B for NASA STD 8739.1 with active certification
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerospace/defense electronics manufacturing, soldering, or inspection.
• Experience delivering ESD, FOD, GDP, and other core competency training.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, workmanship acceptance criteria, and flight hardware handling.
• Ability to evaluate operator workmanship and provide corrective coaching.
• Experience maintaining training records in an LMS (Litmos preferred).
• Excellent communication skills with ability to deliver structured, audit defensible instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification to additional IPC Standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600
• Certification to additional NASA standards (8739.2, 8739.3, 8739.4).
• Experience supporting customer audits (LMCO, Boeing, NG, RTX, Airbus).
• Familiarity with prime customer standards and requirements (NGC, LMCO, Boeing, RTX, Airbus, etc.) relating to electronic components, assembly, soldering, workmanship, and flight-hardware acceptance criteria.
• Background in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Ownership.
• Familiarity with torque training, ESD monitoring systems, and other special process disciplines.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to perform hands on soldering, inspection, and assembly demonstrations.
• Ability to support multiple shifts and training cycles as needed.
• Occasional travel for training updates or certification renewal.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).