SpaceX

Overview

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, and the TIG Welder (Starship) - Level 4/5 position involves building the primary airframe of the Starship and Super Heavy vehicles at the SpaceX South Texas build site.

Responsibilities

• Perform GTAW class A welds; cut, trim, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling.
• Collaborate with lead welder to ensure proper weld procedures, material types, and rod sizes are assessed for each project.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable.
• Continuously improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
• Weld assembly and fabrication of various small to large scale structures and assemblies.
• Effectively communicate with management, engineering staff, and planners to achieve build efficiency.
• Modify, repair, assemble, and install launch vehicles.
• Check work after completion of each operation to ensure it meets drawing specifications.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner.
• Install and assemble custom and off-the-shelf tooling and machinery for building primary tank structure.
• Set up safety equipment and work platforms at elevation.
• Operate general shop equipment and vehicles such as forklifts, boom lifts, and scissor lifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 7+ years of experience with TIG welding.
• 10+ years of experience in TIG welding with materials like stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum, and titanium (preferred).
• Highly proficient in tube cutting, grinding, and fabrication.
• Highly experienced in class A welds.
• Certifications with AWS D17.1 and D1.2.
• Knowledge in DC welding techniques and engineering requirements.
• Knowledge in 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 in overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities in a high-paced environment.

Additional Information

• Role requires passing a weld test per AWS D17.1.
• Must be available for all shifts, overtime, and weekends as the schedule varies.
• Ability to perform job duties that require physical activity such as standing, kneeling, crouching, and climbing.
• Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 200 feet) and in confined spaces.
• Typically exposed to extreme outdoor environments and fumes, odors, and noise.