Structural Welder, Stage 0 Ground Fabrication (Starship)
Core
Construct and repair site structural weldments and test/launch hardware for Starship vehicle testing and launches.
Role type
Structural Welder (Ground Fabrication)
Builds
Test stands, launch hardware, and structural weldments for Starship
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Heavy industrial fabrication
Required skills
SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, FCAW-G, blueprint reading, AWS D1.1 inspection, welding symbol interpretation (AWS 2.4), heavy equipment operation, rigging
Preferred skills
5+ years FCAW-G experience, combo welding, precision measuring instruments (theodolite, total station, laser levels), overhead crane/forklift operation
Technologies
SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, AWS D1.1, AWS 2.4
Responsibilities
Complete welding assignments for construction and repair of site structural weldments; Cut, trim, fit, and fabricate metal components; Analyze engineering drawings to plan welding operations; Visually inspect welds per AWS D1.1; Obtain and maintain internal licenses and certifications.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
