Launch Pad Fabrication Welder

SpaceX; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Launch Pad Technician (Fabrication) at Starbase, TX to build, maintain, and upgrade structural and/or fluid systems for rocket testing campaigns. Join an elite team to rapidly fabricate large assemblies supporting Starship & Super Heavy vehicle testing at our South Texas facility.

The role requires multi-process welding (SMAW/GMAW/GTAW/FCAW), ability to read engineering drawings, and willingness to travel up to 20% and work in extreme environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 2+ years of experience with at least one welding process (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW).
• 5+ years of experience in one of FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW.

Responsibilities

• Complete welding assignments and procedures for the construction and repair of all site structural stands on time, safely, and in a professional manner.
• Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling test site structural forms.
• Under the supervision of a lead welder, analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable.
• Utilize hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld together metal components and parts to assemble structural forms.
• Ability to visually inspect own welds per American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 and ASME B31.3 with proper training.
• Obtain and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required.
• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities based on program needs.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Skills

SMAW

GMAW

GTAW

FCAW

Read drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Overhead cranes

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Launch Pad Technician (Fabrication) at Starbase, TX to build, maintain, and upgrade structural and/or fluid systems for rocket testing campaigns. Join an elite team to rapidly fabricate large assemblies supporting Starship & Super Heavy vehicle testing at our South Texas facility.

The role requires multi-process welding (SMAW/GMAW/GTAW/FCAW), ability to read engineering drawings, and willingness to travel up to 20% and work in extreme environments.