TIG Welder (Starship)
Core
Fabricate primary airframe structures, tank bulkheads, and large assemblies for Starship and Super Heavy vehicles using GTAW/TIG welding.
Role type
Senior IC TIG welder (aerospace manufacturing)
Builds
Primary tank structures, bulkheads, and flight article components for Starship and Super Heavy
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Heavy industrial fabrication
Required skills
GTAW class A welding, TIG welding, stainless steel fabrication, carbon steel fabrication, Inconel welding, aluminum welding, titanium welding, tube cutting, grinding, engineering drawing analysis, AWS D17.1 compliance, AWS D1.2 compliance, DC welding techniques, overhead crane operation, forklift operation, precision measuring, hazardous material handling
Preferred skills
10+ years TIG welding experience, tube cutting/grinding proficiency, DC welding expertise, standard welding trade practices, arc air procedures knowledge, precision instrument usage
Technologies
GTAW equipment, TIG equipment, overhead cranes, forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, air purifying respirators
Responsibilities
Execute GTAW class A welds on large structures, analyze engineering drawings to plan welding operations, modify and repair launch vehicle components, operate shop equipment and vehicles, setup safety equipment and work platforms at elevation, check completed work against drawings, handle hazardous materials, work at elevated heights up to 200 feet
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
