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TIG Welder (Starship) - Level 4/5 - Night Shift
at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
Posted: 2-25-2025
Manufacturing and Production
$81,120/year
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About this Career
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Skills
Torque Wrench, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Technical Drawing, Aluminum, Mechanical Tools, Lifting Ability, Grinding, Welding, Fabrication, Calipers, Heavy Equipment, Overhead Crane Operation, Filing, Micrometer, American Welding Society Codes, Sheet Metal
Job Description
TIG Welder (Starship)•Level 4/5•Night Shift
at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
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
(STARSHIP)•LEVEL 4/5
•NIGHT SHIFTRESPONSIBILITIES:
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 dutie, 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 partsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalency certificate 7+ years of experience with TIG weldingPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
7+ 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 forkliftsADDITIONAL 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 spacesCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay range: TIG Welder/Level 4: $35.00•$43.00/hour TIG Welder/Level 5: $40.00•$50.00/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. .Other Job Posting Details
Salary
Minimum
Maximum
$72,800/yr
$89,440/yr