Supervisor, Welding (Starship) - 3rd Shift
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SUPERVISOR, WELDING (STARSHIP) - 3RD SHIFT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and evaluate welding procedures
Assist with the tooling and fixturing designs required for weld operation
General welding, cutting, and fabrication equipment knowledge, theory, application, maintenance and testing
Base material and welding material selection
Control of production weld quality
Application of welding codes and standards
Personnel management and supervision, including mentorship of junior welders
Enforce site and personnel safety
Review and edit documentation, including work reports and record keeping
Supervise and provide daily support to the launch projects welding team
Assess candidates and provide recommendations in the hiring process
Responsible for planning and scheduling work, assigning work, and assessing completed work
Monitor and approve employee time keeping records
Communicate how successful performance will be measured and provide collaborative direction to team members; recommend performance standards and ratings
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of professional experience with one or more of the following: gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), TIG, or gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
3+ years of experience in a direct leadership role
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience managing more than 10 employees
Ability to interpret drawings and weld symbols per AWS A2.4
Knowledge of AWS D1.1, D1.6, and D1.2
Aluminum gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and gas metal arc welding (GMAW) experience
Trade school certificate
Capable of cutting, polishing, and etching weld test samples
Experience with Inconel welding and fabrication
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to work night shift (6 PM 6 AM)
Physical effort including sitting or standing for extended periods of time and lifting and carrying weight such as materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)
Must be able to work in an environment that is occasionally exposed to extreme outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain)
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends, which varies depending on site operational needs
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Launchpad Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year
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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave 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.
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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
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SUPERVISOR, WELDING (STARSHIP) - 3RD SHIFT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and evaluate welding procedures
Assist with the tooling and fixturing designs required for weld operation
General welding, cutting, and fabrication equipment knowledge, theory, application, maintenance and testing
Base material and welding material selection
Control of production weld quality
Application of welding codes and standards
Personnel management and supervision, including mentorship of junior welders
Enforce site and personnel safety
Review and edit documentation, including work reports and record keeping
Supervise and provide daily support to the launch projects welding team
Assess candidates and provide recommendations in the hiring process
Responsible for planning and scheduling work, assigning work, and assessing completed work
Monitor and approve employee time keeping records
Communicate how successful performance will be measured and provide collaborative direction to team members; recommend performance standards and ratings
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of professional experience with one or more of the following: gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), TIG, or gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
3+ years of experience in a direct leadership role
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience managing more than 10 employees
Ability to interpret drawings and weld symbols per AWS A2.4
Knowledge of AWS D1.1, D1.6, and D1.2
Aluminum gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and gas metal arc welding (GMAW) experience
Trade school certificate
Capable of cutting, polishing, and etching weld test samples
Experience with Inconel welding and fabrication
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to work night shift (6 PM 6 AM)
Physical effort including sitting or standing for extended periods of time and lifting and carrying weight such as materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)
Must be able to work in an environment that is occasionally exposed to extreme outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain)
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends, which varies depending on site operational needs
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Launchpad Supervisor: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year
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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave 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.
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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
Apply Now