Orbital Tube Welder (Falcon)

Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures to setup and operate the orbital welding system
• Work from blueprints and approved drawings
• Cut and prepare all tubing and fittings used in the welding operation
• Perform setup of the welding system
• Assemble and calibrate liquid controllers and systems as required
• Inspect all completed assemblies using the borescope inspection system
• Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for the welding system
• Maintain a clean work area
• Maintain a file of all work records

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ year of welding, machining or manufacturing experience OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, welding, and/or electronics

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Certification from a formal orbital weld training program
• 3+ years of orbital welding experience
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
• TIG welding and clean room experience
• Experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
• Must be able to work any of the following shifts:
• Monday to Friday: 3:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Monday to Friday: 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
• Thursday to Sunday: 3:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Thursday to Sunday: 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
• Able to lift up to 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

Pay range

• Orbital Tube Welder/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
• Orbital Tube Welder/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
• Orbital Tube Welder/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

Itar Requirements

• 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.