Friction Stir Welding Technician (Falcon)

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FRICTION STIR WELDING TECHNICIAN (FALCON)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and operate large motion-controlled machines to create friction stir welds on launch vehicles
• Perform precision blending using hand tools to prepare metallic surfaces for welding and non-destructive evaluation
• Perform periodic maintenance on machines with complex pneumatic hydraulic and mechanical systems
• Accurately use precision measuring tools such as micrometers calipers and torque wrenches
• Assist with area projects to improve safety quality and delivery

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1 years of experience with machining welding or metal fabrication

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3 years of industry experience in machining welding or metal fabrication
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment in the aerospace industry
• Ability to interpret electronic work instructions process specifications and technical drawings
• Ability to perform basic shop math (such as geometry and trigonometry)
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting HMIs and NC programming
• Experience with surface and sub-surface NDE methodologies (such as dye penetrant inspection or ultrasonic inspection)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work the following shifts:
  • Monday to Friday 5:00AM - 3:30PM
  • Friday to Monday 4:30AM - 4:30PM
• Must be open to work overtime and weekends as needed
• This is a hands-on position that may require standing for up to 4 hours a day and working directly with hardware on the floor
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be comfortable stooping bending standing climbing ladders or working in tight spaces
• Must be willing to work all shifts overtime and weekends as required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Friction Stir Welding Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
Friction Stir Welding Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
Friction Stir Welding Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/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 and long-term disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and 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.

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