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Orbital Tube Welder (Fluid Systems)

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SpaceX logoSpacex · Hawthorne, CA
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago
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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

Requirements

  • 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: 4:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Monday to Friday: 3:00 PM - 1:30 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
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
  • 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.
  • 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

Dental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonusParental leave

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. ORBITAL TUBE WELDER (FLUID SYSTEMS)


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