Orbital Tube Welder (Fluid Systems)

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ year of welding, machining or manufacturing experience OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, welding, and/or electronics

Nice To Haves

Certification from a formal orbital weld training program
3+ years of orbital welding experience
Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
TIG welding and clean room experience
Experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Follow established procedures to setup and operate the orbital welding system
Work from blueprints and approved drawings
Cut and prepare all tubing and fittings used in the welding operation
Perform setup of the welding system
Assemble and calibrate liquid controllers and systems as required
Inspect all completed assemblies using the borescope inspection system
Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for the welding system
Maintain a clean work area
Maintain a file of all work records

Benefits

long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
potential discretionary bonuses
ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
access to a 401(k) retirement plan
short and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
paid parental leave
various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year