SpaceX · 2 months ago
Combo Welder (Starship Tower) - Day Shift
Cape Canaveral, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expSpaceX 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. They are currently looking for motivated welders to fabricate the Starship Tower and Launch Mount mechanical and fluid systems in preparation for launch operations.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Weld using the flux cored arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) processes on carbon and stainless-steel structural shapes, tubing and piping
Cut, trim, fit and fabricate weldments to dimensions for building and assembling using standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
Collaborate with lead welder to ensure that the proper weld procedure, type of material, and rod size are accurately assessed for each welding project
Review 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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience welding in a manufacturing environment with at least two of the following methods: flux cored arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as needed
Ability to work at elevated heights up to 500 feet
Willing to travel to alternate work sites to support fabrication activities, up to 25% of time
Able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted; standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position
Able to work outdoors, in conditions such as wind, rain, cold, high heat, and humidity
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
Preferred
Experience as a combo welder with the ability to fabricate and weld carbon structure, carbon pipe and stainless pipe
5+ years of professional experience in GTAW welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium
Previous welding qualifications qualified in accordance with one 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 in DC, GTAW welding techniques, and engineering requirements
Knowledge in occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
Knowledge in arc air procedures and equipment
Experience in overhead cranes and forklifts
Use of precision measuring instruments
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
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Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
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CFO
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