Orbital Tube Welder - Falcon

ORBITAL TUBE WELDER (FALCON)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow established procedures to setup and operate the orbital welding system
• Work from blueprints and approved drawings
• Cut and prepare all tubing and fittings used in the welding operation
• Perform setup of the welding system
• Assemble and calibrate liquid controllers and systems as required
• Inspect all completed assemblies using the borescope inspection system
• Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for the welding system
• Maintain a clean work area
• Maintain a file of all work records

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ year of welding, machining or manufacturing experience OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, welding, and/or electronics

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Certification from a formal orbital weld training program
• 3+ years of orbital welding experience
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
• TIG welding and clean room experience
• Experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
• Must be able to work any of the following shifts:
  • Monday to Friday: 3:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Monday to Friday: 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
  • Thursday to Sunday: 3:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Thursday to Sunday: 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Orbital Tube Welder/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour    
Orbital Tube Welder/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour    
Orbital Tube Welder/Level 3: $31.00 - $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.