TIG Welder, Combustion Devices (Raptor) - 2nd Shift Verified today
TIG Welder, Combustion Devices (Raptor) - 2nd Shift
This TIG welding position is on our Raptor engine system team which powers our Starship and Super Heavy rocket system. The team is responsible for the construction and assembly of fluid systems for the Raptor rocket engine.
Responsibilities
- Weld, assemble, and fabricate various fluid systems and sub-assembly components
- Repair casting defects via grinding, welding and blending
- Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations; read and interpret work instructions and part drawings
- Use precision calibrated tools: micrometers, depth gauges and calipers
- Conduct in-process inspection
- Take operational ownership of the weld area equipment and processes
- Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts)
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- Contribute to process improvement, cost reduction, and problem solving
Basic Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience with aerospace TIG welding
- 1+ years of experience fitting welded assemblies
Preferred Skills and Experience
- 3+ years of experience welding stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium
- Proficiency in tube cutting, grinding and fabrication (small and large diameter up to 6")
- Blueprint reading and layout skills
- Experience completing welds that pass visual inspection before X-ray or dye pen testing
- AWS D17.1 and D1.2 certification
- Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts
Work Schedule and Requirements
This is a 2nd shift role working 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM, with overtime and weekend availability as needed. You must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted, stand for extended periods (8 hours minimum), and navigate tight spaces. Ability to stoop, bend, and crawl required.
Compensation
Pay range depends on experience level:
- Level 1: $23 - $27 per hour
- Level 2: $26 - $33 per hour
- Level 3: $31 - $38 per hour
Base salary is determined on a case-by-case basis based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Benefits include long-term incentives (stock or cash awards), discretionary bonuses, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, 3 weeks paid vacation, and 10+ paid holidays per year.
Required Authorization
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.