SpaceX

Builds rockets and runs Starlink satellite internet

Welding Inspector Specialist

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBrownsville, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
At least 3 years of experience in weld inspection.
At least 5 years of experience in structural or pipe fabrication and welding.
Experience with nondestructive examination methodologies and ultrasonic testing inspections.
Ability to work multiple shifts and change shifts with minimal notice.
Ability to travel to different sites as needed, up to 20%.
Ability to safely perform the physical demands of the position, including prolonged standing, sitting, walking, overhead reaching, climbing, kneeling, crouching, twisting, pushing or pulling up to 75 pounds, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in extreme outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, and rain, and in environments with fumes, odors, and noise.
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees for six or more hours per day, at heights up to 500 feet, and in confined spaces, and to operate heavy equipment and machinery.
May be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical, which may include a medical history review, to confirm these capabilities.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Responsibilities

Perform internal and external inspections to determine whether a weldment meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard, or document.
Interpret codes and specifications in accordance with drawing requirements.
Use a computer to compile and submit data on acceptance or rejection of weld quality and for inter-office communications.
Recommend and approve repairs, and visually inspect completed work.
Select or develop welding procedure specifications and complete welder qualification records.
Apply industry standards or internal requirements to inspections as directed and based on site needs.
Use a theodolite and other tools to assist with or confirm layout.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment.

Desired Qualifications

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
American Society for Nondestructive Testing Level II certifications in magnetic particle inspection, ultrasonic testing, and visual welding inspection.
Extensive knowledge of industry standards, including American Welding Society and American Society of Mechanical Engineers standards.
D1.1 endorsement.
At least 5 years of experience with oxy-acetylene, fitting, arc gouging, and electronic welding equipment.
General mechanical skills in concrete, machining, and alignment or setting.
Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements.
Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade.
Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in relation to welding and brazing.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade.
Familiarity with precision measuring instruments.
Familiarity with aerospace materials, including aluminum alloys 6061 and 2219, various grades of stainless steel, Inconel, and Monel.

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.

WELDING INSPECTOR SPECIALIST - NIGHT SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard, or document
Properly interpret codes and specifications in accordance with the drawing requirements
Use a computer to compile and submit data on acceptance or rejection of weld quality, as well as for inter-office communications
Pay attention to detail and be capable of recommending and approving repairs, as well as performing a visual inspection of completed work
Select or develop welding procedure specifications (WPS) and complete welder qualification records
Apply industry standards or internal requirements to inspections, as directed and based on site needs
Use theodolite and other tools to assist and/or confirm the layout
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
3+ years of experience in weld inspection
5+ years of experience in structural or pipe fabrication and welding
Experience working with nondestructive examination (NDE) methodologies and ultrasonic testing (UT) inspections

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) level II certifications in magnetic particle inspection (MT), ultrasonic testing (UT), and visual welding inspection (VT)
Extensive knowledge of industry standards, including the American Welding Society (AWS) and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards
D1.1 endorsement preferred
5+ years of experience with oxy-acetylene, fitting, arc gouging, and electronic welding equipment
General mechanical skills in concrete, machining, and alignment/setting
Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements
Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in relation to welding and brazing
Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
Familiarity with precision measuring instruments
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Familiarity with various aerospace materials, such as aluminum (6061 and 2219), various grades of stainless steel, Inconel, Monel, etc.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Typical hours for this position, excluding overtime, are Monday - Friday, 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
Ability to work multiple shifts and change shifts with minimal notice; flexibility required
Ability to travel to different sites, as needed, up to 20% travel
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand-over-hand
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day
Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees for 6 hours or more per day
Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description
Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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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