TIG Welder (Starship)

SpaceX
Hawthorne, US
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to mid-level TIG welders with aerospace experience who can work early shifts and handle physical demands.

Best fit for

  • Experienced welders proficient in aerospace-grade materials and precision tools.
    — “Highly proficient in tube (small and large diameter up to 6”) cutting grinding and fabrication
  • Candidates with certifications in AWS D17.1 and D1.2 standards.
    — “AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification
  • Welders comfortable with early morning shifts and overtime requirements.
    — “Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

Things to consider

  • Early shift starts at 4:00 AM with potential weekend work.
    — “1st shift (4:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
  • Physical requirements include lifting 25 lbs and working in tight spaces.
    — “Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted

How to stand out

  • Highlight any experience with X-ray or dye penetrant inspection standards.
    — “Knowledge and experience completing welds that pass visual before being X-rayed or dye penned
  • Emphasize forklift and crane operation certifications or experience.
    — “Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts
  • Showcase specific projects involving stainless steel or titanium welding.
    — “stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • Welded various fluid systems and sub-assembly components
  • Performed work according to procedures
  • Operated forklifts and cranes
Typical background
1+ years of experience with TIG weldingHigh school diploma or equivalency certificate

Skills & requirements

Required

TIG WeldingFabricationAssemblyMechanical ToolsBlueprint Reading

Preferred

Aerospace TIG WeldingAWS D17.1 And D1.2 CertificationOverhead Crane Operation

Stack & domain

Tig WeldingStainless SteelCarbon SteelInconelAluminumTitaniumTube CuttingFabricationBlueprint ReadingAws D17.1Aws D1.2Overhead CranesForkliftsAttention To DetailTeamworkAdaptabilityManufacturingAerospace

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 (STARSHIP) 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Weld, assemble, and fabricate various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components

Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers

Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions

Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions

Use various mechanical tools without instruction

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment

Perform blending, filing and shearing of sheet metal piece parts

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of experience with TIG welding OR certificate of completion for welding from an accredited program

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

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

Experience with aerospace TIG welding

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

AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification

Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed. 1st shift (4:00 AM - 2:30 PM)

Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted

Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min

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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

TIG Welder/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour

TIG Welder/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour

TIG Welder/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

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, stock options, 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.

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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