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Orbital Tube Welder (COPV) at SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA, United States

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 (COPV)

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

• Welding, machining or manufacturing experience

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. 1st shift (5 AM - 1:30 PM) or 2nd shift (1 PM - 9 PM)

• 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

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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• Location:
  Hawthorne, California
• Company:
  SpaceX