Structural Welder (Tooling Operations)

SpaceX

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. STRUCTURAL WELDER (TOOLING OPERATIONS) RESPONSIBILITIES: FCAW and SMAW welding; 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 Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure an efficient and effective work environment Weld assembly and fabrication of various small to large-scale structures and assemblies Effectively communicate with management/supervisors, engineering staff, and planners to achieve build efficiency Check work after completion of each operation in the job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner Install and assemble custom and off-the-shelf tooling Setup of safety equipment and work platforms at elevation Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)

Requirements

1+ years of experience with FCAW and SMAW welding

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience with FCAW and SMAW 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 experience in Class A welds
Certifications with AWS D17.1 and D1.2
Experience with DC welding techniques, and engineering requirements
Experience working with 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 operating overhead cranes and forklifts
Experience using precision measuring instruments
Basic computer skills
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Responsibilities

FCAW and SMAW welding; 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
Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure an efficient and effective work environment
Weld assembly and fabrication of various small to large-scale structures and assemblies
Effectively communicate with management/supervisors, engineering staff, and planners to achieve build efficiency
Check work after completion of each operation in the job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing
Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner
Install and assemble custom and off-the-shelf tooling
Setup of safety equipment and work platforms at elevation
Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)