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TIG Welder (Raptor) 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.

TIG WELDER (RAPTOR)

This TIG Welding position is on our Raptor Rocket Engine team. The team is responsible for the construction and assembly of fluid systems for the Raptor rocket engine.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position will be responsible for welding, assembly, and fabrication of various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components

• Under supervision of lead welder, analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable

• Visually inspect own welds per AWS D1.1 and ASME B31.3 (normal and high pressure service) with proper training

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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 3+ years of experience with TIG welding

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium

• Experience with aerospace TIG welding

• 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

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