TIG Welder (Starship) - Night Shift

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TIG WELDER (STARSHIP) - NIGHT SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Weld, assemble, and fabricate various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions
• Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions
• Use various mechanical tools without instruction
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment
• Perform blending, filing and shearing of sheet metal piece parts

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ 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
• AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification
• Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work night shift (3:30pm - 2:00am), overtime, and/or weekends as needed
  • Estimated start time: 3rd shift is 3:30pm
• Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted
• Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

TIG Welder/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour TIG Welder/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour TIG Welder/Level 3: $30.00 - $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.

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