Lead Welder Level 4 — 2nd Shift Leader (Fabrication)

Starlink; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX, located in Texas, seeks a Lead Welder - Level 4 (2nd Shift) to lead the welding team on site and ensure safe, efficient fabrication and repair of structural stands. The role requires strong leadership, quality focus, and the ability to coordinate with multiple groups.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of SMAW/GMAW/GTAW/FCAW experience, a keen eye for drawings and weld procedures, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Lead and mentor welding team and contractors.
• 7+ years of SMAW/GMAW/GTAW/FCAW experience.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead welding team daily and assist supervisor as needed.
• Coach, mentor, and train team members and contractors.
• Report status via emails and pages; maintain clocking discipline.
• Ensure proper weld procedures, material types, and rod sizes.
• Coordinate with cross-functional groups for welding projects.
• Analyze drawings to plan welding operations when procedures are unavailable.
• Maintain licenses and certifications as required.
• Improve operations and throughput.

Skills

Combo welder

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Precision measuring instruments

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Welding procedures

Job description

SpaceX, located in Texas, seeks a Lead Welder - Level 4 (2nd Shift) to lead the welding team on site and ensure safe, efficient fabrication and repair of structural stands. The role requires strong leadership, quality focus, and the ability to coordinate with multiple groups.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of SMAW/GMAW/GTAW/FCAW experience, a keen eye for drawings and weld procedures, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.