Welder (Starship) - Night Shift

SpaceX; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a welder for the Starbase, TX site to join a skilled team fabricating and upgrading structural stands, pipes, and launch pad systems for Starship campaigns. You will weld carbon steel, stainless, and aluminum components while following approved procedures.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, using FCAW/GMAW/SMAW/GTAW, maintaining quality welds, and adhering to safety standards in a high-paced environment across multiple processes.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of welding experience in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW or FCAW (college program qualifies).
• Proficient in reading blueprints and welding procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain internal licenses or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding assignments for construction, repair and upgrade of test site structures and launch pad systems.
• Weld using FCAW, GMAW, SMAW and GTAW on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations.
• Inspect own welds in accordance with AWS D1.1 and ASME B31.3 standards.
• Collaborate with lead welder to ensure correct procedures and materials.
• Operate and maintain welding equipment and safety devices.
• Travel to sites as needed (up to 20%).
• Work safely in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Skills

SMAW

GMAW

GTAW

FCAW

Fabrication

Blueprints

Safety

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Precision measuring tools

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

WELDER (STARSHIP) - NIGHT SHIFT

Welders at Starbase, TX will work to build, maintain, and upgrade structural, fluid, and launch pad systems to support Starship vehicle launch campaigns. This welder will work with an elite team of fabricators to rapidly build and weld large assemblies, structural stands, tubing, piping, and launch pad infrastructure at our South Texas facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete welding assignments and procedures for the construction, repair, and upgrade of site structural stands, launch pad structures, and fluid systems on time, safely, and in a professional manner
• Weld using flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) processes on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum structural shapes, tubing, and piping
• Cut, trim, scarf, fit, and fabricate metal components and weldments to dimensions for building and assembling test site and launch pad structural forms using standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
• Collaborate with the lead welder to ensure the proper weld procedure, type of material, and rod/filler size are accurately assessed for each welding project
• Under the supervision of a lead welder, analyze and review engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable
• Utilize hand welding, flame-cutting, and related equipment to weld together metal components and parts to assemble structural forms and launch pad systems
• Ability to visually inspect own welds per American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31.3 (normal and high-pressure service) 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience with at least one of the following: shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) (experience from a college welding program qualifies)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following processes: FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW
• Experience as a combo welder with the ability to fabricate and weld carbon structure, carbon pipe, stainless pipe, and aluminum
• 5+ years of professional experience in GTAW welding with one or more of the following materials: SCH 10 stainless steel pipe, SCH 10 carbon steel pipe
• 5+ years of professional experience in FCAW welding with stainless steel and/or carbon steel
• Previouswelding qualificationsin accordance withone or more governing codes: AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IX
• Highly proficient in tube/pipe cutting, grinding, and fabrication
• Knowledge of DC GTAW welding techniques and engineering requirements
• Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
• Knowledge of arc air procedures and equipment
• Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts
• Use of precision measuring instruments
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Familiarity with computer systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and isometric drawings
• Ability to performfit ups of various structures and piping

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standard hours for this position are 5 PM – 5 AM
• Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Ability to travel to different sites, as needed, up to 20% travel
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 10 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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.

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