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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.
BOILERMAKER
Starbase is standing up on-site power generation for the Starbase supercomputer. This boilermaker role builds the plate, duct, and tank side of that plant. You fit, align, and weld turbine exhaust duct, selective catalytic reduction (SCR) casings and stack shell, and aqueous ammonia tanks. Where the steam side is set, you also install HRSG or steam-generator casing, modules, and pressure parts so the packages can be tied in and tested.
Fit turbine exhaust duct from the package outlet to the SCR, including spools, expansion joints, dampers, and turning vanes
Assemble SCR housing, stack shell, liner plate, and casing; land sections on the structural steel and bolt and weld them per drawings and specs
Erect aqueous ammonia storage tanks and other field-erected or shop tanks; fit nozzles so pipefitters can tie in
When HRSG or steam-generator parts are on the job, install casing, modules, headers, and tubes; align and weld pressure parts to the weld map and WPS
Lay out, cut, bevel, and fit plate; set gaps, hi-lo, and alignment before weld-out, including purge and preheat where the WPS requires it
Support hydro and pneumatic tests of tanks, duct, and pressure parts: install blinds and test packs, walk the seams, and repair weld leaks
Rig and signal crane picks of duct, casing, stack cans, tank courses, and modules; keep every pick inside the lift plan
Read arrangement, plate, tank, and weld-map drawings; flag conflicts with steel, piping, and equipment before a section is landed
Work with millwrights at the turbine exhaust flange, ironworkers on supports and stack steel, and pipefitters at nozzles and tie-ins
Stage plate, weld consumables, and tools; keep laydown yards and work fronts orderly
Open and close work areas, including confined-space setups: protection, debris removal, scrap segregation, and end-of-shift reset so the next crew can start immediately
Follow fall protection, confined-space, LOTO, PPE, and permit rules; do not work under a suspended load or on live systems without authorization
Report damaged plate, bad fit-up, unsafe conditions, and drawing conflicts immediately
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of hands-on boilermaker experience; OR completion of a recognized boilermaker apprenticeship; OR equivalent military experience
Journey-level boilermaker card, NCCER Boilermaker, or equivalent credential
Experience fitting and welding power-plant exhaust duct, SCR or stack plate, HRSG modules, or field-erected tanks
Current ASME Section IX welder qualification (SMAW, FCAW, and/or GTAW) on plate or tube
Tube welding to a WPS, including mirror welding, backing purge, and preheat
AWS D1.1 for structural attachments where the weld map calls for it
Qualified rigger and/or crane signalperson (NCCCO, NCCER, or equivalent)
OSHA 10 or equivalent training, and a current confined-space qualification
Ability to read arrangement drawings, plate details, tank drawings, and weld maps
Experience working around aqueous ammonia or other power-plant emissions equipment
Strong safety mindset; willing to follow fall protection, confined-space, LOTO, and permit rules
Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces inside duct, stacks, tanks, and casings
Able to stand for long periods; climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are required
Able to lift at least 50 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to work outdoors in South Texas heat, wind, and rain, and around 19% aqueous ammonia SCR equipment
Must wear required PPE, including fall protection, confined-space gear, and respiratory protection when specified
Able to work under adverse conditions (e.g., dirty, noisy, hot, confined, or at height)
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.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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