TIG Welder (Starship Electronics)
SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA
•$23 - $38•Onsite
About The Position
The primary focus is precision TIG (GTAW) welding on flight hardware—structures, propellant subsystems, and aft sump components. Dual-process capability (TIG + MIG) is valued. You will occasionally support electro-mechanical build and integration of related Starship assemblies. Work is performed to strict quality, cleanliness, FOD, and documentation standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years TIG welding experience (aerospace, pressure vessel, or structural preferred) OR certificate of completion for welding from an accredited program
- Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and detailed work instructions
- Experience TIG welding stainless steel and similar alloys
Nice To Haves
- AWS D17.1 (or equivalent) aerospace welding qualification
- MIG welding experience (most proficient TIG welders are also MIG capable; dual-process is a plus)
- Hands-on experience with large stainless structures, tanks, or propellant hardware
- Some electro-mechanical assembly experience (harnesses, connectors, chassis build, conformal coat)
- NASA-STD-8739.3, IPC-A-610, or equivalent (a plus)
- Experience in a fast-paced flight-hardware production environment
- Excellent attention to detail, communication, and adaptability
Responsibilities
- Perform TIG welding on Starship stainless and aerospace alloys per drawings, WPS, and work instructions
- Execute fit-up, tack, and weld sequences with high dimensional accuracy and weld quality
- Set up TIG equipment (tungsten, gas, amperage, AC/DC/pulse as required)
- Perform visual and dimensional inspection of own welds
- Complete as-built documentation and maintain traceability
- Use MIG (GMAW) as a secondary process when required for fit-up, tacking, or production needs
- Occasional electro-mechanical support: chassis/PCB assembly, harness routing, basic functional checks, conformal coat/masking support
- Follow HT27 5S, safety, ESD, and FOD protocols
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality
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
- Paid sick leave
- Long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
- Potential discretionary bonuses
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
