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Aerospace, Space Exploration, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

Weld Support Technician

Mcgregor, TXFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months ago

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Required skills

high school diploma
hand tools
band saws
torch cutting
construction
industrial
manufacturing
plasma table programming
operating a band saw
chop saw

Nice to have

plasma table programming/operating
measuring instruments
cutting operations
machining operations
high-mix, low-volume
job shop

Role summary

We are seeking a Weld Support Technician for our Texas Test Site. This role requires specialized trade skills to fulfill welding requirements and operational needs. Responsibilities include operating plasma tables, band saws, chop saws, and performing manual drilling and milling. The technician will analyze engineering drawings, obtain necessary certifications, and continuously strive to improve operations and work processes. The position demands physical dexterity, the ability to work in various conditions including extreme outdoor environments and elevated heights, and flexibility with work schedules, including extended hours and weekends. Travel may be required.

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.

WELD SUPPORT TECHNICIAN

We are currently seeking to fill a weld support technician position at our Texas Test Site. This position requires skills in a specialized trade in order to complete welding requirements and operational needs. The position is responsible for executing the activities of the weld support team (plasma programming/operating, saw, material movements in and around the shop, and cross-training across these functions).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform tasks such as: plasma table programming, operating a band saw and chop saw, manually drilling and milling materials, etc.

Analyze engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of cut parts

Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required

Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly

Work with leaders to complete the assignment/project, solve problems, meet deadlines, and review issues for consistent improvement

Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

2+ years of experience with hand tools, band saws, or torch cutting in a construction, industrial, or manufacturing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

1+ years of experience with plasma table programming/operating

Ability to use measuring instruments of all types

Experience working in cutting or machining operations

Experience in a high-mix, low-volume (job shop) manufacturing environment

Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade

Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade

Ability to rapidly change focus while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required

Working conditions may be in tight quarters; physical dexterity is required

Ability to work while standing up to 8 hours, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand over hand

Ability to lift heavy objects up to 45 lbs unassisted

Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) with proper personal protection equipment (PPE)

Ability to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches

Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.

Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Ability and willingness to travel nationally for up to four weeks – travel will be less than 15%

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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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