Structural Welder (Starship Launch) - Level 4/5

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is at the forefront of space exploration. As a Structural Welder, you will play a critical role in the assembly and fabrication of components for cutting-edge launch vehicles. With a focus on precision and quality, you will collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure that every weld meets the highest standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment, where your skills will contribute to groundbreaking projects aimed at enabling human life on Mars. If you are passionate about welding and ready to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with FCAW and SMAW welding.
• Certifications with AWS D17.1 and D1.2 are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld and fabricate metal components for building and assembling.
• Collaborate with lead welder to ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Analyze engineering drawings to plan welding operations.

Skills

FCAW Welding

SMAW Welding

Tube Cutting

Grinding

Fabrication

Class A Welds

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

Overhead Cranes

Forklifts

Precision Measuring Instruments

Job description

Structural Welder (Starship Launch) - Level 4/5

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welding; cut, trim, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling
• Collaborate with lead welder to ensure that the proper weld procedure, type of material and rod size are accurately assessed for each welding project
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable
• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Weld assembly and fabrication of various small to large scale structures and assemblies
• Effectively communicate with management/supervisors, engineering staff and planners to achieve build efficiency
• Modify repair, assemble, and install launch vehicles
• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner
• Install and assemble custom and off-the-shelf tooling and machinery for building primary tank structure
• Setup of safety equipment and work platforms at elevation
• Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of experience with FCAW and SMAW welding

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years of experience with FCAW and SMAW welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum and titanium
• Highly proficient in tube cutting, grinding and fabrication
• Highly experienced in Class A welds
• Certifications with AWS D17.1 and D1.2
• Experience with DC welding techniques, and engineering requirements
• Experience working with standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
• Knowledge in occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
• Knowledge in arc air procedures and equipment
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts
• Experience using precision measuring instruments
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available for all shifts (day shift, 6 AM - 6 PM or night shift, 6 PM - 6 AM), overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Ability to stand for extended periods – 8 hours minimum
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand
• Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 100 feet)
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• 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.

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.