- Welding Technology
Associate degree and certificate options (including Structural Welding and Welding Advanced Pipe Specialization plans), offered at Waco; trains in SMAW, GTAW and TIG welding, blueprint reading and quality inspection. Check the college for length and schedule. - Precision Machining Technology
Associate of Applied Science in Precision Machining Technology, completed in four semesters, offered at Waco in person or hybrid with day and night schedules; includes CNC machining and 3D printing. - Avionics Technology
Associate degree and certificate (Avionics Installation Technician plan) offered only at Waco, covering maintenance and repair of navigation, communication and flight control systems. Check the college for length and schedule. - Aircraft Powerplant Technology
Associate degree and certificate offered at Waco with FAA-approved training. Check the college for length and schedule.
Central Texas
Get qualified for space-industry jobs near Bastrop
Starlink's terminal factory in Bastrop and a growing cluster of space and hardware companies around Austin. These 2 schools have programs that match the hands-on roles on SpaceJobs.
Schools and programs near Bastrop
Schools near Bastrop with programs that match these jobs. Checked on each school's own site Oct 18, 2026. Not sponsored: no school pays to be listed. Confirm cost, schedule and admission with the school.
Austin Community CollegeAustin, TX
- Welding Technology
Stackable certificates and associate degrees covering SMAW, GTAW, GMAW and FCAW welding, blueprint interpreting, fabrication, ultrasonic testing and welding inspection. Check the college for length and schedule. - Welding Department (Riverside and Round Rock campuses)
Offers Level 1 certificates in Structural Welding, Pipe Welding, Introduction to Fabrication and Advanced Fabrication, plus AAS options including Code Welding and Welding Inspection, at the Riverside and Round Rock campuses (page last modified 2014, confirm current offerings).