Overview

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.


STARSHIP SUBASSEMBLY FABRICATOR/WELDER – TEMPORARY POSITION


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • GTAW Class A welds, 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
  • Collaborate with engineering on fabricating new prototypes
  • 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
  • Effectively communicate with management/supervisors, engineering staff, and planners to achieve build efficiency
  • Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)
  • Operate precision welding and sheet metal fabrication equipment – weld machines, rollers, and press brakes
  • Perform visual inspection to ensure job meets drawing requirements
  • Modify, repair, and assemble vehicle subassemblies
  • 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
  • Deburr parts

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.

  • LENGTH OF POSITION: 6 months
  • LOCATION: Brownsville, TX
  • SHIFT: Day shift (6 AM – 6 PM); Alternative Work Schedule: 3 days on, 4 days off then 4 days on, 3 days off

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2+ years of experience with TIG welding

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 5+ years of experience in GTAW 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
  • Experience in sheet metal fabrication – operating tools/machinery for bending, rolling, deburring, and assembly
  • Experience in visual weld inspection and familiarity in penetrant or x-ray inspection
  • 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
  • Use of precision measuring instruments
  • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Role requires passing a weld test per AWS D17.1
  • This role requires working from 6 AM – 6 PM; 3 days on, 4 days off, then 4 days on, 3 days off
  • Ability to work multiple shifts and change shifts with minimal notice
  • 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

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or 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 Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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