SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is hiring: Lead Welding Inspector Specialist

Lead Welding Inspector Specialist - 2nd Shift

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee contractor and/or internal certified welding inspectors (CWI) who perform visual testing (VT), magnetic particle inspection (MPI), or liquid penetrant testing (PT)
• Coordinate volumetric inspections with the Starbase Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) team
• Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard, or document
• Properly interpret codes and specifications in accordance with the drawing requirements
• Use a computer to compile and submit data on acceptance or rejection of weld quality, as well as for inter-office communications
• Pay attention to detail and be capable of recommending and approving repairs, as well as performing a visual inspection of completed work
• Select or develop welding procedure specifications (WPS) and complete welder qualification records
• Apply industry standards or internal requirements to inspections, as directed and based on site needs
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• 3+ years of experience in weld inspection
• 5+ years of experience in structural or pipe fabrication and welding
• Experience working with nondestructive examination (NDE) methodologies and ultrasonic testing (UT) inspections

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• ASNT level II certifications in magnetic particle inspection (MT)/ultrasonic testing (UT)/visual welding inspection (VT)
• Extensive knowledge of industry standards, including AWS and ASME standards
• 1 endorsement preferred
• 5+ years of experience with oxy-acetylene, fitting, arc gouging, and electronic welding equipment
• General mechanical skills in concrete, machining, and alignment/setting
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements
• Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in relation to welding and brazing
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
• Use of precision measuring instruments
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Familiarity with various aerospace materials, such as aluminum (6061 and 2219), various grades of stainless steel, Inconel, Monel, etc.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work 2nd shift hours: 10:00 am-12:00 pm Monday - Friday, including overtime and weekends, depending on site operational needs
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
• Ability to work on ladders/lifts at elevated heights with proper personal protective equipment (PPE) (up to 300 feet)
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, and lifting (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

For applicants requiring accommodation, please contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.