Pipe Welder, Stage 0 Ground Fabriciation (Starship) - Night Shift

The role

You will fit and weld complex stainless steel piping systems for ground support equipment. This work enables vehicle testing and Starship flights from the Texas coast.

What you will do

• Fit and weld complex stainless steel piping systems using manual and semi-automatic processes
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations
• Visually inspect per ASME B31.3 with proper training
• Obtain and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications
• Improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes
• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience using gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) or gas metal arc welding (GMAW - STT/RMD) on stainless steel pipe
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments including heat, cold, and rain
• 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 and 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 and 2 hours per day
• Climb ladder/stairs up to 6 hours per day

Nice to have

• 5+ years of experience using GTAW, GMAW (STT/RMD), or FCAW-G on stainless steel piping systems
• 2+ years experience on duplex stainless steel (any process)
• 3+ years of pipe fitting experience
• 3+ years of blueprint/isometric drawing reading experience directly relating to pipe systems
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, AWS/ASME codes, and engineering requirements
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in relation to welding
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
• Experience with precision measuring instruments such as theodolite, total station, or laser levels
• Experience in overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
• May be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical

About the company

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars.