TIG Welder, Combustion Devices (Raptor) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at experienced welders with aerospace background who can work non-traditional hours and take initiative in process improvement.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with aerospace TIG welding experience and a history of process improvement in manufacturing.
    — “1+ years of experience with aerospace TIG welding”
  • Individuals who can interpret engineering drawings and are comfortable with tight spatial constraints.
    — “Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations”
  • Professionals who are proactive in problem-solving and have a track record of working in 2nd shift roles.
    — “This is a 2nd shift role working from 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM, overtime and weekends as needed”

Things to consider

  • This role requires physical endurance for extended standing and lifting 25 lbs unassisted.
    — “Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min”
  • U.S. citizenship or residency is required due to ITAR export regulations.
    — “applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience with Inconel or titanium in welding projects.
    — “Experience with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium”
  • Emphasize your ability to read blueprints and execute welds to visual inspection standards.
    — “Knowledge and experience completing welds that pass visual before being X-rayed or dye penned”
  • Showcase your initiative in reducing costs or improving processes in prior roles.
    — “Take initiative in problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvement”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with general shop equipment like forklifts and boom lifts.
    — “Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)”
  • Include experience with precision tools such as micrometers and calipers.
    — “Use precision calibrated tools –micrometers, depth gauges and calipers”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • welding and assembly of fluid systems
  • repair casting defects
  • operate general shop equipment
Typical background
High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Skills & requirements

Required

TIG WeldingAssemblyFabricationBlueprint ReadingIn-process Inspection

Preferred

AWS D17.1 And D1.2 CertificationOverhead Crane OperationForklift Operation

Stack & domain

TIG WeldingAerospace TIG WeldingStainless SteelCarbon SteelInconelAluminumTitaniumTube CuttingGrindingFabricationBlueprint ReadingLay OutOverhead CranesForkliftsProblem-solvingInitiativeTeamworkCommunicationTime ManagementAWS D17.1AWS D1.2EngineeringManufacturingWelding

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

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.

TIG WELDER, COMBUSTION DEVICES (RAPTOR) - 2nd Shift 

This TIG Welding position is on our Raptor engine system team which powers our Starship & Super Heavy rocket system. The team is responsible for the construction and assembly of fluid systems for the Raptor rocket engine.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will be responsible for welding, assembly, and fabrication of various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components.

Repair casting defects via grinding, welding and blending

Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations; read and interpret work instructions and part drawings (blueprints and CAD)

Use precision calibrated tools –micrometers, depth gauges and calipers

Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease process time, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly

Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)

Conduct in-process inspection

Maintain a clean and safe work area

Take operational ownership of the weld area equipment and processes

Take initiative in problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvement

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of experience with aerospace TIG welding

1+ years of experience fitting welded assemblies

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

3+ years of experience in welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium

Highly proficient in tube (small and large diameter up to 6”) cutting grinding and fabrication

Proficient in blue print reading and lay out

Knowledge and experience completing welds that pass visual before being X-rayed or dye penned

Certification with AWS D17.1 and D1.2

Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work overtime hours and weekends as needed

This is a 2nd shift role working from 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM, overtime and weekends as needed

Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted

Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min

Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 1: $23 - $27

Level 2: $26 - $33

Level 3: $31 - $38

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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.  

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. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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