Welding and Fabrication Inspector

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

NDE INSPECTOR, CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR (CWI) (STARSHIP)

The NDE Operations organization at SpaceX is an inclusive, inter-disciplinary team that is committed to providing high-quality inspections of flight components and production assemblies. The breadth of exposure as an NDE Inspector is immense, as the organization is responsible for a large diversity of inspection types across Starship. You will have the ability to engage with the process to provide continuous improvement to execute the mission to make humanity interplanetary.

Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment/structure meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard, or document

Interpret codes and specifications in accordance with the drawing requirements

Use a computer to compile and submit data of acceptance or rejection of inspections, as well as for inter-office communications

Recommend and approve repairs as well as perform visual inspection of work in progress and completed work

Monitor welding processes such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux cored arc welding (FCAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and plasma arc welding (PAW) to ensure they are performed in accordance with qualified procedures

Verify and document welder qualifications

Appraise welding joint designs and joint preparations for compliance with drawing

Verify proper fit, cleanliness, and environmental conditions

Verify tack weld quality

Assure the proper control and handling of welding consumables

Verify cleanliness and weld surface quality

Oversee NDT examinations, proof, and mechanical testing if required

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

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Current American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification

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)

2+ years of experience as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Extensive knowledge of industry standards including ABS, AWS, and ASME

Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends to meet critical deadlines if needed

Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.

S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.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.

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