Build Specialist (Starship) at SpaceX Starbase, TX SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.BUILD SPECIALIST (STARSHIP)This position will support the manufacturing and welding development of SpaceX’s Starship launch vehicles. The person in this position will help develop, qualify, and optimize welding designs and processes including but not limited to; electron beam welding, laser beam welding, gas tungsten arc welding, orbital tube welding, resistance welding, gas metal arc welding, and plasma arc welding. The build specialist in this role will interface daily with design and manufacturing engineers to make welding judgment calls and improvements and will enforce standardized practices and procedures on multiple welded assemblies.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drive the manufacturing of projects and verify all critical information is provided to complete the project(s)
Own manufacturing, schedule, and sourcing of critical production tools
Interpret technical drawings and documents with regard to manufacturing and fabrication processes to create accurate manufacturing planning
Validate and ensure planning documents are maintained throughout the manufacturing cycle
Interact with Numeric Control (N/C) programmers, welders, machinists, shop personnel, outside suppliers and engineers to ensure flawless and timely execution of projects
Communicate progress to leadership, engineering, and production teams regularly; including presenting and executing opportunities for design changes that would accelerate fabrication
Creatively work projects based on company priorities to meet and exceed aggressive need dates
Collaborate with tooling engineers on tooling design for manufacturing
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, or science or 2-year technical school degree and 2+ years of professional welding or machining experience experience or 4+ years of professional welding or machining experience experience
Experience with CAD/CAM
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Strong analytical, computer, and written skills
Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, parts lists, and specifications
Project management experience in a fabrication shop environment
Comfortable interacting daily with design engineers as well as shop floor technicians
Mechanically inclined, proficient with all types of hand tools
Knowledge of 3, 4 & 5 axis CNC milling, welding, waterjet programming, tooling fabrication and assembly
Hands on experience with TIG welding, orbital tube welding, tube bending, precision cleaning and/or supporting processes
1+ years of tooling manufacturing experience within the aerospace, automotive or metal fabrication industries
Experience with Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter CAD and PLM systems
Strong understanding and application of GD&T
Ability to work with minimal supervision
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends based on site operational needs
Flexibility required to work off shift on a rotational or permanent basis
Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
Typically exposed to work in outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Build Specialist/Level 1: $28.00/hour Build Specialist/Level 2: $32.00/hour Build Specialist/Level 3: $36.00/hour Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtckbarticlepage&sysid=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .
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