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Sr. Welding Engineer

SpaceXHawthorne, CA
On-site Full-time $125K/yr - $175K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline is required, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in welding engineering. Proven expertise in various welding processes and techniques is essential. Strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct root cause analysis are crucial. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities are needed to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Familiarity with automated welding solutions and non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques will be beneficial.

About the job

Join SpaceX as a Senior Welding Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in the manufacturing and development of our groundbreaking Falcon 9 and Starship launch vehicles, Dragon spacecraft, and Starlink satellites. Collaborating closely with a skilled team of design and build engineers, you will develop, qualify, and optimize advanced welding designs and processes, including electron beam, laser beam, gas tungsten arc, orbital tube, resistance, gas metal arc, and plasma arc welding. This dynamic role requires daily interaction with design and manufacturing engineers to make informed welding decisions, driving improvements and enforcing best practices across multiple welded assemblies.

About SpaceX

SpaceX was founded with the vision of making interstellar exploration a reality for humanity. We are at the forefront of developing innovative technologies aimed at enabling human life on Mars. Our passionate team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aerospace engineering and manufacturing, striving to build the future of space travel. Join us in our mission to revolutionize space exploration and transport.

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