STRUCTURAL WELDER, GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (NIGHT SHIFT)
As a structural welder on our ground support equipment team, youll fabricate and repair the robust stands and structures that support Starships historic launches. Join a dynamic night shift crew in a high-energy environment where your precision welding directly enables reusable rocketry and rapid innovation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute welding assignments and procedures for constructing and repairing site structural stands, delivering high-quality results on time, safely, and professionally to support mission-critical timelines
Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects; fit and fabricate components to precise dimensions for assembling test site structural forms that withstand extreme launch conditions
Under lead welder supervision, interpret engineering drawings and specifications to plan operations, filling procedural gaps and driving efficient problem-solving
Operate hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to join metal components, assembling durable structural forms essential for ground support reliability
Visually inspect welds to AWS D1.1 and ASME B31.3 standards (for normal and high-pressure service), maintaining top-tier quality with proper training
Secure and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications as needed to uphold safety and compliance
Continuously optimize operations: reduce turnaround times, streamline processes, and collaborate across teams to accelerate program goals
Thrive in a fast-paced setting with shifting priorities, adapting to evolving program needs while performing related duties to foster an efficient work environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of hands-on experience with flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
5+ years in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), oxy-acetylene cutting, fitting, and arc gouging
Strong knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, AWS/ASME codes, and engineering principles for aerospace applications
Proficiency with standard welding tools, materials, and trade practices, including precision measuring instruments
Understanding of ferrous/non-ferrous metals, brazing, arc air procedures, and equipment for complex fabrications
Familiarity with occupational hazards, safety precautions, and high-stakes environments like launch sites
Proven ability to pivot quickly between roles in a challenging, high-paced setting-ideal for SpaceXs iterative development cycles
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid driver's license
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be available for overtime and weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Typical hours for this position, excluding overtime, are 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
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