Certified Welding Inspector

We are seeking a highly skilled Certified Welding Inspector to join our team at SpaceX. As a key member of our NDE Operations organization, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality of weldments and structures across our Falcon, Dragon, Starship, and Raptor programs.

• Perform internal and external inspections to verify compliance with industry standards and specifications
• Interpret codes and specifications to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Compile and submit data on inspection results, as well as communicate with production and engineering teams
• Recommend and approve repairs, and perform visual inspections of work in progress and completed work
• Monitor welding processes to ensure they are performed in accordance with qualified procedures
• Verify and document welder qualifications, and ensure compliance with base metal specifications
• Appraise welding joint designs and joint preparations for compliance with drawing requirements
• Verify proper fit, cleanliness, and environmental conditions
• Verify tack weld quality, preheat and interpass temperatures, and interpass and final cleaning
• Assure product conformity to drawings and specifications, and verify cleanliness and weld surface quality
• Oversee NDT examinations, proof, and mechanical testing as required
• Oversee repair activities, and verify proper performance of post-weld heat treatments
• Confirm adequate documentation of fabrication and inspection activities
• Assist in training and developing of other teammates, and support the development of NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries
• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required, and communicate 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
• Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: 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)

• Additional nondestructive Evaluation Level II certifications in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: 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
• Working knowledge of surface and subsurface NDE methodologies

• Ability to lift 25lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, and walk
• Willingness to work overtime and on weekends to meet critical deadlines if needed
• Willingness to work the third shift (5pm-5am - 10 days on, 4 days off)

Pay range: NDE Inspector/Level 1: $21.00 - $29.00/hour, NDE Inspector/Level 2: $26.00 - $36.00/hour, NDE Inspector/Level 3: $31.00 - $42.75/hour, NDE Inspector/Level 4: $36.00 - $49.50/hour, NDE Inspector/Level 5: $41.00 - $56.25/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; 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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.