Verify and document welder qualifications
Verify the compliance of base metals with the applicable specifications
Appraise welding joint designs and joint preparations for compliance with drawing
Verify proper fit, cleanliness, and environmental conditions
Verify tack weld quality
Verify preheat and interpass temperatures
Assure the proper control and handling of welding consumables
Verify the interpass and final cleaning
Assure product conformity to drawings and specifications
Verify cleanliness and weld surface quality
Oversee NDT examinations, proof, and mechanical testing if required
Oversee repair activities
Verify the proper performance of post-weld heat treatments
Confirm adequate documentation of fabrication and inspection activities
Assist in training and developing of other teammates
Support the development of NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries
Interpret and review engineering drawings as required
Interpret, evaluate, communicate, and report findings to production and engineering teams
Conduct vendor surveillance audits of welding and inspection work as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: Radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT), computed radiography (CR), phase array (PAUT), ultrasonic (UT), ultrasonic shear wave (UTSW), or magnetic particle (MT)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Current American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
2+ years of experience as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Extensive knowledge of industry standards including ABS, AWS, and ASME
Working knowledge of surface and subsurface NDE methodologies
Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in Eddy current (ET)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift 25lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, and walk
Must be willing to work overtime and/or on weekends to meet critical deadlines if needed
Ability to pass Space Force background check for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
Ability to travel to other SpaceX locations as needed (up to 50%)
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.
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.
