Welder - Level 4/5

SpaceX • Cape Canaveral, FL

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About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a Level 4/5 Welder to fabricate and weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum structural shapes, tubing, and piping. The role uses FCAW, GMAW, SMAW, and GTAW processes and involves preparing weldments to specified dimensions, coordinating with a lead welder, and interpreting drawings and specifications. The position may involve outdoor work in heat and humidity, work at heights and in confined spaces, and physical activities such as lifting, climbing, bending, and carrying. Applicants must be able to pass an Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral and meet applicable U.S. export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 5 years of welding experience in a fabrication environment using at least one of FCAW or GTAW on SCH 10 pipe.
• Ability to pass an Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral.
• Availability to work required shift hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform physical activities including standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying.
• Ability to work outdoors in conditions such as high heat and humidity, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Must meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• At least 10 years of professional GTAW experience with SCH 10 stainless steel pipe or SCH 10 carbon steel pipe.
• At least 10 years of professional FCAW experience with stainless steel or carbon steel.
• Welding qualifications under one or more of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IX.
• High proficiency in tube and pipe cutting, grinding, and fabrication.
• Knowledge of DC and GTAW welding techniques and engineering requirements.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective trade safety precautions.
• Knowledge of arc air procedures and equipment.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities in a fast-paced, challenging work environment.

Responsibilities

• Weld structural shapes, tubing, and piping made of carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum using FCAW, GMAW, SMAW, and GTAW processes.
• Cut, trim, fit, and fabricate weldments to dimensions for building and assembly using standard welding trade tools, materials, motions, and practices.
• Collaborate with the lead welder to assess the appropriate weld procedure, material type, and rod size for each project.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations when procedural information is unavailable.
• Work continuously to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and cooperate with colleagues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED