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SpaceX · 8 hours ago

Lead Welder - Ground Support Equipment

Starbase, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

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. The Lead Welder will work at Starbase, TX to build, maintain, and upgrade structural and fluid systems for various rocket testing campaigns, leading a team of fabricators in the process.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and offer daily support to the welding team

Assist the supervisor in coaching, mentoring, and training team members

Report status and issues to leadership and customers

Support leadership in de-escalation of conflict, following company policies, and setting/enforcing a high bar for quality and throughput

Complete welding assignments and procedures for the construction and repair of all site structural stands on time, safely, and in a professional manner

Coordinate work with support groups (flight control, other fab/civil organizations, engineering, etc.)

Collaborate with the welding lead coordinator 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

Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required

Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly

Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Qualification

Shielded Metal Arc WeldingGas Metal Arc WeldingGas Tungsten Arc WeldingFlux-Cored Arc WeldingCombo Welder ExperienceFabrication SkillsSafety PrecautionsOverhead Crane ExperienceForklift ExperiencePrecision Measuring InstrumentsAdaptability

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

7+ years of experience with at least one of the following: shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) (experience from a college welding program qualifies)

Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required

Stand: Up to 10 hours per day

Sit: Up to 10 hours per day

Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day

Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day

Walk: Up to 10 hours per day

Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day

Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day

Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day

Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day

Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day

Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description

Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant 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