Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)

SpaceX • Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA

416d • $52,520 - $133,120

About The Position

The Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) position at SpaceX is a critical role within the quality control network, supporting production in the NDE (Non-Destructive Evaluation) organization of the Materials Engineering department. This position involves performing inspections to ensure weldments and structures meet specified codes and standards, utilizing various inspection methods to maintain product reliability and quality control.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Current American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: Radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT), computed radiography (CR), phase array (PAUT), ultrasonic (UT), ultrasonic shear wave (UTSW), or magnetic particle (MT).

Nice To Haves

• Extensive knowledge of industry standards including ABS, AWS, and ASME.
• Working knowledge of surface and subsurface NDE methodologies.
• NDE qualifications in MT, VT, UT, and PAUT.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment/structure meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard or document.
• Interpret codes and specifications in accordance with the drawing requirements.
• Use a computer to compile and submit data of acceptance or rejection of inspections, as well as for inter-office communications.
• Recommend and approve repairs as well as perform visual inspection of work in progress and completed work.
• Monitor welding processes such as gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding, and shielded metal arc welding, and plasma arc welding and assuring they are performed in accordance with qualified procedures.
• Verify and document welder qualifications.
• Verify the compliance of base metals with the applicable specifications.
• Appraise welding joint designs and joint preparations for compliance with drawing.
• Verify proper fit, cleanliness, environmental conditions, tack weld quality, preheat, interpass temperatures, interpass and final cleaning.
• Assure the proper control and handling of welding consumables.
• Assure the product's conformity to drawings and specifications.
• Oversee NDT examinations, proof, and if required mechanical testing.
• Confirm adequate documentation of fabrication and inspection activities.
• Assist in training and developing of other teammates.
• Support the development of NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries.
• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required.
• Interpret, evaluate, communicate and report findings to production and engineering.
• Perform surface, near surface, and volumetric NDE inspections with visual, magnetic particle, and ultrasonic inspection methods.
• Conduct vendor surveillance audits of welding and inspection work as needed.

Benefits

• Stock options
• Paid parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED