TIG Welder, Chamber and Nozzle (Raptor)

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with aerospace TIG welding
• 1+ years of experience fitting welded assemblies
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• 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
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• 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
• COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
• Pay Range:
• Level 1: $23 - $27
• Level 2: $26 - $33
• Level 3: $31 - $38
• 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.
• ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
• Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

Benefits

Additional Information

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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. TIG WELDER, CHAMBER AND NOZZLE (RAPTOR) This TIG Welding position is on our Raptor engine system team which powers our Starship & Super Heavy rocket system. The team is responsible for the construction and assembly of fluid systems for the Raptor rocket engine.

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