Apprentice Weld Support Technician

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. APPRENTICE WELD SUPPORT TECHNICIAN We are currently seeking to fill a weld support technician position at our Texas Test Site.

Requirements

and operational needs. The position is responsible for executing the activities of the weld support team (plasma programming/operating, saw, material movements in and around the shop, and cross-training across these functions).

: Working conditions may be in tight quarters; physical dexterity is required Ability to work while standing up to 8 hours, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, 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 when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

: Perform tasks such as: plasma table programming, operating a band saw and chop saw, manually drilling and milling materials, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

: 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) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 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 while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment ADDITIONAL

and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.