WELDING INSPECTOR SPECIALIST (NIGHT SHIFT)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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
• Use theodolite and other tools to assist and/or confirm the layout
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
• 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
• The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) level II certifications in magnetic particle inspection (MT)/ultrasonic testing (UT)/visual welding inspection (VT)
• Extensive knowledge of industry standards, including the American Welding Society (AWS) and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards
• D1.1 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:

• Typical hours for this shift are 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
• Ability to work multiple shifts and change shifts with minimal notice; flexibility required 
• Ability to travel to different sites, as needed, up to 20% travel
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand-over-hand
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees for 6 hours or more per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description
• Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

STRUCTURAL WELDER, GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (NIGHT SHIFT)

As a structural welder on our ground support equipment team, you'll fabricate and repair the robust stands and structures that support Starship's historic launches. Join a dynamic night shift crew in a high-energy environment where your precision welding directly enables reusable rocketry and rapid innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute welding assignments and procedures for constructing and repairing site structural stands, delivering high-quality results on time, safely, and professionally to support mission-critical timelines
• Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects; fit and fabricate components to precise dimensions for assembling test site structural forms that withstand extreme launch conditions
• Under lead welder supervision, interpret engineering drawings and specifications to plan operations, filling procedural gaps and driving efficient problem-solving
• Operate hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to join metal components, assembling durable structural forms essential for ground support reliability
• Visually inspect welds to AWS D1.1 and ASME B31.3 standards (for normal and high-pressure service), maintaining top-tier quality with proper training
• Secure and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications as needed to uphold safety and compliance
• Continuously optimize operations: reduce turnaround times, streamline processes, and collaborate across teams to accelerate program goals
• Thrive in a fast-paced setting with shifting priorities, adapting to evolving program needs while performing related duties to foster an efficient work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), oxy-acetylene cutting, fitting, and arc gouging
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, AWS/ASME codes, and engineering principles for aerospace applications
• Proficiency with standard welding tools, materials, and trade practices, including precision measuring instruments
• Understanding of ferrous/non-ferrous metals, brazing, arc air procedures, and equipment for complex fabrications
• Familiarity with occupational hazards, safety precautions, and high-stakes environments like launch sites
• Proven ability to pivot quickly between roles in a challenging, high-paced setting—ideal for SpaceX's iterative development cycles

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be available for overtime and weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Typical hours for this position, excluding overtime, are 6:00 pm – 6:00 am
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees for 6 hours or more per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

PIPE WELDER (NIGHT SHIFT)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete welding assignments and procedures for construction and repair of all site structural stands on time, safely, and in a professional manner
• Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling test site structural forms
• Under the supervision of a lead welder, analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable
• Utilize hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld together metal components and parts to assemble structural forms
• Ability to visually inspect own welds per American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31.3 (normal and high-pressure service) with proper training
• Obtain and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities based on program needs
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience with tungsten inert gas (TIG) or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) welding

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), oxy-acetylene, fitting, and arc gouging related to the trade
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, AWS/ASME codes, and engineering requirements
• Experience with 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
• Knowledge of arc air procedures and equipment
• Experience with precision measuring instruments
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Typical hours for this position excluding overtime are 6:00 pm – 6:00 am
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.

CNC MACHINIST

Join the Starbase team advancing SpaceX's mission to make humanity multiplanetary. Located at our South Texas site, this role supports tight-tolerance machining for critical infrastructure. The team develops high-performance flight and launch hardware, including systems for rapid and reliable rocket operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program, set, and operate multi-axis (up to 5-axis) computer numerical control (CNC) mills and lathes
• Inspect parts using tools to verify dimensions
• Execute machining operations from blueprints, drawings, or verbal instructions on complex, tight-tolerance across various materials
• Meet productivity expectations
• Communicate production issues to shop leadership
• Provide continuous feedback for process improvements
• Cross-train in other lab operations (e.g., fixture build, testing support) as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in setup, operation, and/or programming of CNC mills and lathes

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in basic G-Code, including adjustments to feeds/speeds
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), notes, and tolerances
• Experience using hand inspection tools to verify machined features
• Familiarity with multiple CNC controls (e.g., Haas, Fanuc, Siemens) and programming software (e.g., Mastercam or similar)
• Experience machining various materials (e.g., Inconel, stainless steel, copper, titanium)
• Experience with lineboring and flange facing machines
• Willingness to cross-train in other lab operations (e.g., fixture/test build, testing support)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Typical hours for this position excluding overtime are 6:00 pm – 6:00 am
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.