Pipe Welder, Stage 0 Ground Fabriciation (Starship) - Night Shift
Core
Execute precision fits and high-integrity welds on complex stainless steel GSE pipe systems to enable vehicle testing and Starship flights.
Role type
Senior IC pipe welder (stainless steel)
Builds
Ground support equipment (GSE) pipe systems for launch and test sites
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Heavy industrial fabrication
Required skills
GTAW, GMAW (STT/RMD), FCAW-G, stainless steel pipe welding, ASME B31.3 code compliance, blueprint/isometric drawing reading, pipe fitting, precision measuring instruments (theodolite, total station, laser levels), heavy equipment operation (overhead cranes, forklifts), rigging
Preferred skills
Duplex stainless steel welding, AWS/ASME codes knowledge, ferrous/non-ferrous metals knowledge, occupational hazard safety, rapid role adaptation
Technologies
GTAW, GMAW, FCAW-G, theodolite, total station, laser levels
Responsibilities
Fit and weld complex stainless steel piping systems using manual and semi-automatic processes; Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations; Visually inspect per ASME B31.3; Obtain and maintain internal licenses and certifications; Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment; Work in extreme outdoor environments and at heights up to 500ft.