Automated Welding Technician (Starship)
Core
Operate advanced machinery to fabricate, assemble, and inspect high-precision fuselage and tank sections for Starship and Super Heavy Booster spacecraft.
Role type
Senior IC automated welding technician (aerospace manufacturing)
Builds
Fuselage and tank sections for fully reusable Starship vehicles
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Heavy industry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
metal forming, welding preparation, quality control, non-destructive testing (NDT), surface preparation (cleaning, grinding, beveling, deburring), preventative maintenance, engineering blueprint interpretation, CNC programming (G-code), CAD/CAM systems, quality management software, mechanical aptitude, material handling
Preferred skills
AWS Certified Welder, CNC Operator certification, aerospace/automotive/heavy industry experience, knowledge of metalworking processes (rolling, bending, stamping, heat treatment)
Technologies
robots, welders, manufacturing software, laser scanners, calipers, digital traceability systems
Responsibilities
Operate and calibrate advanced manufacturing equipment; perform material handling and loading/unloading; conduct in-process inspections for quality and compliance; prepare surfaces and edges for welding; collaborate with engineering teams to optimize processes; perform routine preventative maintenance on fabrication equipment; maintain workspace organization and safety protocols; document production data and machine logs.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC