Structural Welder

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. STRUCTURAL WELDER, GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT Welders at Starbase, TX, will work to build, maintain, and upgrade structural and/or fluid systems to support various SpaceX rocket testing campaigns. This welder will work with an elite team of other fabricators to rapidly build and weld the large assemblies that will contribute to Starship Super Heavy vehicle testing at our South Texas facility. RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete welding assignments and procedures for the construction and repair of all site structural stands on time, safely, and in a professional manner Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling test site structural forms Under the supervision of a lead welder, analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable Utilize hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld together metal components and parts to assemble structural forms 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 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, and stainless pipe Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade 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: Ability to work multiple shifts and change shifts with minimal notice; flexibility required Ability to travel to different sites, as needed, up to 20% travel Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand-over-hand Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise 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 6 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 for 6 hours or greater per day Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job des ... (truncated, view full listing at source)