Welding Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in welding engineering with a focus on developing and optimizing welding processes. Your experience includes working with various welding techniques such as electron beam welding, laser beam welding, and gas tungsten arc welding. You are adept at collaborating with design and manufacturing engineers to ensure the highest quality standards in welded assemblies. You understand the importance of standardized practices and procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Your ability to make informed welding judgment calls will be crucial in this role. You are committed to continuous improvement and have a keen eye for detail, ensuring that all welding designs meet rigorous specifications.

Desirable

Experience with advanced welding technologies and a strong understanding of materials engineering will be beneficial. Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes and standards is a plus. You are a proactive problem solver who thrives in collaborative settings and enjoys mentoring others in welding techniques.

What you'll do

As a Senior Welding Engineer at SpaceX, you will develop, qualify, and optimize welding designs and processes for our cutting-edge launch vehicles and spacecraft. You will support production operations by providing guidance to manufacturing engineers and welders on the correct welding techniques. Your role will involve interfacing daily with design and manufacturing teams to implement improvements and ensure compliance with standardized practices. You will be responsible for developing and optimizing weld processes for multiple welding techniques, ensuring that all parameters are qualified for production. Your expertise will help drive the success of full-scale welded assemblies, contributing to the overall mission of enabling human life on Mars.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the future of space exploration. Join us in our mission to make life multi-planetary and be part of a culture that values creativity, teamwork, and excellence.