TIG Welder (Starship) - Level 4/5

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA, seeks a TIG Welder (Starship) Level 4/5 to join our aerospace fabrication team. You will weld, assemble, and fabricate fluid systems, read drawings, and use precision tooling to meet strict specifications.

The role requires 5+ years TIG welding, plus 7+ years with metal types like stainless steel and aluminum; certification in AWS D17.1/D1.2 is a plus. Expect shifts, overtime, and benefits including medical, 401(k), and paid leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 5+ years of TIG welding experience.
• AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld, assemble, and fabricate various fluid systems and sub-assembly components.
• Use torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers with precision.
• Follow procedures, specifications and test instructions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings; follow detailed work instructions.
• Use various mechanical tools without instruction.
• Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment.
• Perform blending, filing and shearing of sheet metal parts.
• Contribute to an efficient and safe work environment.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Cranes & forklifts operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

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.

• 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
• various other discounts and perks
• You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 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 Afffirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].