Orbital Tube Welder
Core
Fabricate and weld orbital tubing systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations using blueprints and approved drawings.
Role type
Orbital Tube Welder and Fabrication Technician
Builds
Artificial-gravity human-rated space station components and vehicle assemblies
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Space infrastructure
Required skills
Orbital welding, TIG welding, machining, blueprint reading, assembly and calibration of liquid controllers, borescope inspection, clean room procedures, forklift operation
Preferred skills
Formal orbital weld training certification, Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license, aerospace manufacturing environment experience
Technologies
Orbital welding systems, liquid controllers, borescopes
Responsibilities
Setup and operate orbital welding systems, cut and prepare tubing and fittings, perform setup and maintenance of welding equipment, assist in training teammates, work with final integration teams on vehicle assembly, inspect completed assemblies, maintain spare parts inventory, adhere to clean work area standards
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC