Starship Pipe Welder: High-Pressure Piping & Structures

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Pipe Welder for the Starship program at our launch site. You will weld piping, structural steel, and equipment, following drawings and specs, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires TIG welding experience, process piping exposure, and readiness to obtain required certifications. Day or night shifts, overtime, and outdoor conditions are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year TIG (GTAW) welding per ASME B31.3 normal/high-pressure service.
• 1+ year experience in a process piping environment with measurement tools (laser level, transit, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Complete welding assignments for construction and repair of site structural stands.
• Fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for piping runs and structures.
• Analyze drawings and specs to plan welding operations where procedures are unavailable.
• Weld components using hand welding and flame-cutting equipment.
• Visually inspect welds per AWS D1.1 and ASME B31.3 with training.
• Maintain internal licenses or certifications as required.
• Improve operations, reduce turnaround times and cooperate with team.
• Perform other duties to ensure an efficient work environment.

Skills

TIG welding (GTAW)

Piping fabrication

Safety awareness

High-pressure welding

Welding theory & specs

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

TIG welding equipment

Flame-cutting equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Pipe Welder for the Starship program at our launch site. You will weld piping, structural steel, and equipment, following drawings and specs, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires TIG welding experience, process piping exposure, and readiness to obtain required certifications. Day or night shifts, overtime, and outdoor conditions are part of the schedule.