Apprentice Weld Support Technician

About the Role

SpaceX is seeking an Apprentice Weld Support Technician for its Texas Test Site. This role requires specialized trade skills to fulfill welding requirements and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute activities of the weld support team, including plasma programming/operating, saw operations, and material movements.
• Cross-train across various functions within the weld support team.
• Perform tasks such as plasma table programming, operating a band saw and chop saw, and manually drilling and milling materials.
• Analyze engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of cut parts.
• Obtain and maintain required licenses, operator permits, or certifications.
• Make continuous efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes.
• Work cooperatively and jointly with leaders to complete assignments, solve problems, meet deadlines, and review issues for improvement.
• Perform other related duties to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Associate's degree or certification from a 2-year technical school.
• Experience with hand tools and blueprint reading (experience gained through a 2-year college or technical program counts).
• 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 in a high-paced, challenging work environment.

Additional Requirements

• Physical dexterity required for working in tight quarters.
• Ability to work while standing up to 8 hours, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions, and climbing hand over hand.
• Able 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).
• Able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches.
• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Able to work in extreme outdoor environments (heat, cold, wind, rain).
• Able 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

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.