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Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.\nWELDER (STARSHIP)\nWelders at Starbase, TX, build, maintain, and upgrade structural, fluid, and launch pad systems to support Starship launch campaigns. This welder will work with an elite team of fabricators to rapidly build and weld large assemblies, structural stands, tubing, piping, and launch pad infrastructure at our South Texas facility. \n RESPONSIBILITIES: \n Complete welding assignments and procedures for the construction, repair, and upgrade of site structural stands, launch pad structures, and fluid systems on time, safely, and in a professional manner \nWeld using flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) processes on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum structural shapes, tubing, and piping \nCut, trim, scarf, fit, and fabricate metal components and weldments to dimensions for building and assembling test site and launch pad structural forms using standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade \nCollaborate with the lead welder to ensure the proper weld procedure, type of material, and rod/filler size are accurately assessed for each welding project \nUnder the supervision of a lead welder, analyze and review engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable \nUtilize hand welding, flame-cutting, and related equipment to weld together metal components and parts to assemble structural forms and launch pad systems \nAbility to visually inspect own welds per American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31.3 (normal and high-pressure service) with proper training \nObtain and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required \nMake a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly \nWork in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities based on program needs \nPerform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment \nBASIC QUALIFICATIONS: \nHigh school diploma or equivalency certificate\n2+ years of hands-on experience with at least one of the following: shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), or flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), including gas-shielded FCAW (FCAW-G); experience from a college or vocational welding program qualifies\nPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: \n5+ years of experience in one or more of the following processes: FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW \nExperience as a combo welder with the ability to fabricate and weld carbon structure, carbon pipe, stainless pipe, and aluminum \n5+ 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 \n5+ years of professional experience in FCAW welding with stainless steel and/or carbon steel \nPrevious welding qualifications in accordance with one or more governing codes: AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IX \nHighly proficient in tube/pipe cutting, grinding, and fabrication \nKnowledge of DC GTAW welding techniques and engineering requirements \nKnowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade \nKnowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade \nKnowledge of arc air procedures and equipment \nExperience with overhead cranes and forklifts \nUse of precision measuring instruments \nAbility to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a fast-paced, challenging work environment \nFamiliarity with computer systems \nAbility to read and interpret blueprints and isometric drawings \nAbility to perform fit-ups of various structures and piping \nADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: \nValid driver’s license\nTypically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain\nWork performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise\nMust be available for overtime and weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required\nTypical hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 6:00 pm\nStand: Up to 10 hours per day\nSit: Up to 10 hours per day\nPush/Pull: Up to 75lbs. 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