SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

Welder Apprentice

Welding & Metal FabricationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMcGregor, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

An Associate’s degree or certification from a two-year technical school.
At least 2 years of experience in two of the following welding processes; experience from a college welding program qualifies: Flux-Cored Arc Welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (stick welding), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG welding), or Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG welding).
Ability to stand, kneel, crouch, climb, twist the upper body, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to stand for at least 8 hours.
Ability to lift objects up to 45 pounds unassisted.
Ability to work at heights up to 300 feet with proper personal protective equipment.
Ability to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches.
Availability to work extended hours and weekends depending on site operational needs.
Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments, including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
Ability to work in an environment exposed to fumes, odors, sparks, and noise.
Willingness to travel nationally for up to four weeks; travel will be less than 15%.
Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

Perform plasma table programming; operate a band saw and chop saw; and manually drill or mill materials.
Analyze engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of cut parts.
Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required.
Continuously improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with others.
Work with leaders to complete assignments and projects, solve problems, meet deadlines, and review issues for consistent improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment.

Desired Qualifications

At least 1 year of experience with plasma table programming or operation.
Ability to use measuring instruments of all types.
Experience working in cutting or machining operations.
Experience in a high-mix, low-volume job shop manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade.
Ability to rapidly change focus while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.

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.

APPRENTICE WELDER

We are currently seeking an apprentice welder to join our Texas Test Site. This position requires specialized trade skills to meet welding requirements and operational needs. The position is responsible for performing the duties of an apprentice welder and the weld support team (plasma programming/operation, saw operation, material movement in and around the shop, and cross-training across these functions).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform tasks such as plasma table programming, operating a band saw, chop saw, and manually drilling or milling materials
Analyze engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of cut parts
Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
Work with leaders to complete the assignment/project, solve problems, meet deadlines, and review issues for consistent improvement
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s degree or certification from a 2-year technical school
2+ years of experience (experience from a college welding program qualifies) in two of the following processes: Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Shielded Metal Arc Welding/stick welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/TIG welding (GTAW), or Gas Metal Arc Welding/MIG welding (GMAW)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

1+ years of experience with plasma table programming/operating
Ability to use measuring instruments of all types
Experience working in cutting or machining operations
Experience in a high-mix, low-volume (job shop) manufacturing environment
Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
Ability to rapidly change focus while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to stand, kneel, crouch, climb, twist the upper body, and work in confined spaces
Ability to stand for extended periods (8 hours minimum)
Ability to lift heavy objects up to 45 lbs. unassisted
Ability to work at heights up to 300 feet with proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
Available to work extended hours and weekends depending on site operational needs
Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
Work performed in an environment exposed to fumes, odors, sparks, and noise
Must be willing to travel nationally for up to four weeks – travel will be less than 15%

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.

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 reach out to [email protected].

About the Company

SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

SpaceX builds and launches reusable rockets and spacecraft for NASA, the military, and companies, and it runs Starlink, a satellite internet service for homes and businesses. In 2020, its Dragon capsule became the first privately built spacecraft to carry astronauts to the International Space Station. Its Falcon 9 rocket lands its first stage so the booster can fly again, which cuts launch costs, while Starlink beams internet from low-orbit satellites to small dishes for a monthly fee. SpaceX also owns xAI, maker of the Grok chatbot and owner of the social network X, and is building Starship, a fully reusable rocket meant to carry people to the Moon and Mars. Elon Musk founded SpaceX in 2002, and it is based in Starbase, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Starbase, Texas
Founded: 2002

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