Lead Welder, Pipe (Starship Launch Fabrication) - 2nd ShiftNew$699K

The opportunity

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.

What you'll do

  • Provide daily leadership and hands-on support to the welding team

  • Assist the supervisor with coaching, mentoring, and training team members

  • Communicate status updates and issues to leadership and customers

  • Support leadership in conflict de-escalation, adherence to company policies,: and maintaining high standards for quality and throughput

  • Coordinate activities with support groups including materials management,: fabrication technicians, quality control, and engineering customers

  • Partner with the welding supervisor and quality control to verify the correct: weld procedure, material type, and rod size for each project

What they're looking for

  • Review engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations: when procedural details are not provided
  • Obtain and maintain all required licenses, operator permits, or certifications
  • Improve operations continuously, reduce turnaround times, streamline: processes, and foster cooperative teamwork
  • Perform additional related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment