TIG Welder (Starship) - Level 4/5

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward experienced welders comfortable with aerospace-grade fabrication and heavy equipment operation, located in Hawthorne, CA, with a mid-level seniority expectation.

Best fit for

  • Experienced welders with a background in aerospace manufacturing and precision tool use
    — “Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers”
  • Candidates with a history of working on complex fluid systems and sub-assembly components
    — “Weld, assemble, and fabricate various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components”
  • Professionals who are physically capable of working in demanding environments and can operate heavy machinery
    — “Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment”

Things to consider

  • This role requires a strong commitment to physical labor and extended hours
    — “Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed”
  • The role necessitates specific U.S. citizenship or residency status due to 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”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with aerospace-grade materials and certified welding standards
    — “AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification”
  • Emphasize your ability to read blueprints and follow complex instructions
    — “Proficient in blue print reading and lay out”
  • Showcase your skills in cutting, grinding, and fabricating tubes of various sizes
    — “Highly proficient in tube (small and large diameter up to 6”) cutting grinding and fabrication”
  • Demonstrate your ability to perform welds that meet high visual inspection standards
    — “Knowledge and experience completing welds that pass visual before being X-rayed or dye penned”
  • Include experience with overhead cranes and forklifts in your resume or interview narrative
    — “Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · IndividualLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • 5+ years of experience with TIG welding
  • ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Typical background
high school diploma or equivalency certificate

Skills & requirements

Required

TIG WeldingAssembly And FabricationUse Of Precision Calibrated ToolsAbility To Read And Interpret Technical Drawings

Preferred

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

Stack & domain

TIG WeldingStainless SteelCarbon SteelInconelAluminumTitaniumTube CuttingFabricationBlue Print ReadingAWS D17.1AWS D1.2Overhead CranesForkliftsProblem SolvingTeamworkAttention To DetailTime ManagementManufacturingEngineeringConstruction

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) - LEVEL 4/5

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

5+ years of experience with TIG welding

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

7+ 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

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:    

Level 4: $36.00 - $43.00/hour    

Level 5: $41.00 - $51.00/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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