Join SpaceX as a Welder for Starship Launch Hardware on the night shift, contributing to the future of space exploration.
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First seen on Joblaze 13 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 13 hours ago
What you'll build
- Weld using various welding processes on structural shapes
- Cut, trim, fit and fabricate weldments
- Collaborate with lead welder on projects
- Review engineering drawings and specifications
- Improve operations and work processes
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience welding in a fabrication environment
- Experience with FCAW or GTAW methods
Nice to have
- 5+ years of professional experience in GTAW welding
- 5+ years of professional experience in FCAW welding
- Previous welding qualifications in governing codes
- Highly proficient in tube/pipe cutting and fabrication
- Knowledge in DC, GTAW welding techniques
Practical constraints
- Ability to pass Air Force background check
- Ability to work night shifts
- Available to work overtime and weekends
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs
- Able to work outdoors in high heat and humidity
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Education
- High school
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The Welder for Starship Launch Hardware at SpaceX is responsible for executing various welding processes, including FCAW and GTAW, on materials such as carbon and stainless steel. This role requires proficiency in cutting, fitting, and fabricating weldments, along with the ability to interpret engineering drawings to guide welding operations. Ideal candidates have at least one year of welding experience, preferably with a background in fabrication environments, and are comfortable working in a fast-paced setting. The position is part of a team focused on advancing aerospace technology, contributing to SpaceX's mission of enabling human life on Mars.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze September 18, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 18, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Welder (Starship Launch Hardware) - Night Shift role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Cape Canaveral, FL, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- 1–5 years of relevant experience for this Welder (Starship Launch Hardware) - Night Shift role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Cape Canaveral, FL, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Welder (Starship Launch Hardware) - Night Shift role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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.
WELDER (STARSHIP LAUNCH HARDWARE) - NIGHT SHIFTS
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Weld using the flux cored arc welding (FCAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) processes, on carbon, stainless steel, and aluminum structural shapes, tubing and piping
- Cut, trim, fit and fabricate weldments to dimensions for building and assembling using standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade
- Collaborate with lead welder to ensure that the proper weld procedure, type of material and rod size are accurately assessed for each welding project
- Review engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable
- Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
- 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
- 1+ years of experience welding in a fabrication environment with at least one of the following methods: flux cored arc welding (FCAW), or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) SCH 10 pipe
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of professional experience in GTAW welding with one or more of the following materials: SCH 10 stainless steel pipe, SCH 10 carbon steel pipe
- 5+ years of professional experience in FCAW welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel
- Previous welding qualifications qualified in accordance with one or more governing codes; AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IX
- Highly proficient in tube/pipe cutting, grinding and fabrication
- Knowledge in DC, GTAW welding techniques, and engineering requirements
- Knowledge in occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade
- Knowledge in arc air procedures and equipment
- Experience in overhead cranes and forklifts
- Use of precision measuring instruments
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
- Ability to work one of the following shifts:
- Sunday - Thursday, 6:00pm - 6:30am
- Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00pm - 6:30am
- Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as needed
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs; standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position
- Able to work outdoors, in conditions such as high heat and humidity
- Able to work at heights and confined spaces
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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