TIG Welder, Heatshield (Starship)

• →Weld GTAW class A welds; cut, trim, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling
• →Collaborate with lead welder to ensure that the proper weld procedure, type of material and rod size are accurately assessed for each welding project
• →Analyze 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
• →Weld assembly and fabrication of various small to large scale structures and assemblies
• →Effectively communicate with management/supervisors, engineering staff and planners to achieve build efficiency
• →Modify repair, assemble, and install launch vehicles
• →Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing
• →Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner
• →Install and assemble custom and off-the-shelf tooling and machinery for building primary tank structure
• →Setup of safety equipment and work platforms at elevation
• →Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with TIG welding in a manufacturing environment or certificate of completion for welding from an accredited program within the last 2 years

• 10+ years of experience in TIG welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum and titanium
• Highly proficient in tube cutting, grinding and fabrication
• Highly experience in class A welds
• Certifications with AWS D17.1 and D1.2
• Knowledge in DC welding techniques, and engineering requirements
• Knowledge in standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
• 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

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary

• 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.  

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