SpaceX · 2 days ago
TIG Welder, Chamber and Nozzle (Raptor)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$23/hr - $38/hr
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The TIG Welder position focuses on the construction and assembly of fluid systems for the Raptor rocket engine, involving welding, assembly, and fabrication tasks.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
This position will be responsible for welding, assembly, and fabrication of various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components
Repair casting defects via grinding, welding and blending
Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations; read and interpret work instructions and part drawings (blueprints and CAD)
Use precision calibrated tools –micrometers, depth gauges and calipers
Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease process time, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)
Conduct in-process inspection
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Take operational ownership of the weld area equipment and processes
Take initiative in problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvement
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience with aerospace TIG welding
1+ years of experience fitting welded assemblies
Able to work overtime hours and weekends as needed
Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted
Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
Preferred
3+ years of experience in welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium
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
Certification with AWS D17.1 and D1.2
Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts
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
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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