Welder, Starship Launch Pad
SpaceX · Not provided by source
MeritLog read this listing from SpaceX's Greenhouse job board and last checked it on September 12, 2026.
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Job details
- Work model
- Not provided by source
- Salary
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- Location
- Cape Canaveral, FL
Hiring context
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What the role asks for
What you'd do
- Weld using the flux cored arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) processes, on carbon, stainless steel, and aluminum structural shapes, tubing and piping
- Cut, trim, fit and fabricate weldments to dimensions for building and assembling using standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
- Collaborate with lead welder to ensure that the proper weld procedure, type of material and rod size are accurately assessed for each welding project
- Review engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable
- Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
What they're asking for
- High school diploma or equivalency certificateEducation
- 1+ years of experience welding in a fabrication environment with at least one of the following methods: flux cored arc welding (FCAW), or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) SCH 10 pipeExperience
- 5+ years of professional experience in GTAW welding with one or more of the following materials: SCH 10 stainless steel pipe, SCH 10 carbon steel pipeExperiencePreferred
- 5+ years of professional experience in FCAW welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steelExperiencePreferred
- Previous welding qualifications qualified in accordance with one or more governing codes; AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IXSkillPreferred
- Highly proficient in tube/pipe cutting, grinding and fabricationSkillPreferred
- Knowledge in DC, GTAW welding techniques, and engineering requirementsSkillPreferred
- Knowledge in occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the tradeSkillPreferred
- Knowledge in arc air procedures and equipmentSkillPreferred
- Experience in overhead cranes and forkliftsSkillPreferred
- Use of precision measuring instrumentsSkillPreferred
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environmentSkillPreferred
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape CanaveralSkillPreferred
- Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as neededSkillPreferred
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs; standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this positionSkillPreferred
- Able to work outdoors, in conditions such as high heat and humiditySkillPreferred
- Able to work at heights and confined spacesSkillPreferred
- 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.SkillPreferred
Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.
Job description
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. WELDER, STARSHIP LAUNCH PAD RESPONSIBILITIES: • Weld using the flux cored arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) processes, on carbon, stainless steel, and aluminum structural shapes, tubing and piping • Cut, trim, fit and fabricate weldments to dimensions for building and assembling using standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade • Collaborate with lead welder to ensure that the proper weld procedure, type of material and rod size are accurately assessed for each welding project • Review engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable • Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly • Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalency certificate • 1+ years of experience welding in a fabrication environment with at least one of the following methods: flux cored arc welding (FCAW), or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) SCH 10 pipe PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • 5+ years of professional experience in GTAW welding with one or more of the following materials: SCH 10 stainless steel pipe, SCH 10 carbon steel pipe • 5+ years of professional experience in FCAW welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel • Previous welding qualifications qualified in accordance with one or more governing codes; AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IX • Highly proficient in tube/pipe cutting, grinding and fabrication • Knowledge in DC, GTAW welding techniques, and engineering requirements • Knowledge in occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade • Knowledge in arc air procedures and equipment • Experience in overhead cranes and forklifts • Use of precision measuring instruments • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral • Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as needed • Able to lift up to 30 lbs; standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position • Able to work outdoors, in conditions such as high heat and humidity • Able to work at heights and confined spaces 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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