TIG Welder (Starship Components)

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

4h•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. TIG WELDER (STARSHIP COMPONENTS)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience with TIG welding OR certificate of completion for welding from an accredited program
Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed. 1st shift (4:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted
Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
Must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience in welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium
Experience with aerospace TIG welding
Highly proficient in tube (small and large diameter up to 6”) cutting grinding and fabrication
Proficient in blue print reading and lay out
Knowledge and experience completing welds that pass visual before being X-rayed or dye penned
AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification
Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts

Responsibilities

Weld, assemble, and fabricate various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components
Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions
Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions
Use various mechanical tools without instruction
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment
Perform blending, filing and shearing of sheet metal piece parts

Benefits

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
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