Lead Welder (Night Shift)

To apply for the Lead Welder position at SpaceX, candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of pipe and structural welding experience. Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor others are also crucial for this role.

As a Lead Welder at SpaceX, you will lead a welding team, support daily operations, and ensure quality standards are met. Responsibilities include mentoring new hires, coordinating work assignments, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure project specifications are followed.

The Lead Welder position at SpaceX is a night shift role, typically working Monday through Friday from 5:00 PM to 3:30 AM. Flexibility for overtime and weekends may be required depending on operational needs.

SpaceX offers an attractive benefits package for Lead Welders, including competitive salary rates, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid vacation, and holidays. Additionally, you may qualify for stock options and long-term incentives.

At SpaceX, career development is a priority. As a Lead Welder, you will have opportunities for mentorship, training, and hands-on experience in cutting-edge technologies. Employees are encouraged to engage in continuous learning and improvement.

While not mandatory, having experience at a launch, test, or production site is preferred for the Lead Welder position at SpaceX. This experience will give you a better understanding of the unique challenges and high standards expected in our operations.

Successful Lead Welders at SpaceX should possess strong welding techniques and knowledge of metallurgy, as well as effective communication and leadership skills. Familiarity with safety precautions and standards in the welding trade is also essential.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you successfully completed welding tasks relating to piping and structural steel. Discuss any challenges faced and how you ensured quality workmanship.

Explain your approach to mentoring, including the techniques you use to guide new welders, how you assign tasks, and the importance of hands-on training and safety practices in skill development.

Discuss your methods for maintaining quality, such as reviewing welding procedures, performing inspections, and encouraging team adherence to specifications and company policies.

Share your experience in conflict resolution, detailing your approach in addressing issues by communicating effectively, remaining neutral, and finding common ground to ensure team harmony.

Provide an overview of different welding techniques you are proficient in, and discuss your experience with various metals, understanding their properties and the appropriate welding methods for each.

Emphasize the importance of safety in welding; discuss personal protective equipment (PPE) used, hazard assessments performed, and safety protocols you implement in the workplace.

Share examples of improvements you've made in previous positions, such as streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, and reducing turnaround times through innovative ideas or technology.

Explain your familiarity with interpreting engineering drawings and specifications, including how this skill has contributed to planning and executing welding operations accurately.

Provide specific examples of how you have successfully adapted to rapid changes in project requirements or timelines, focusing on maintaining productivity and teamwork.

Discuss the importance of leadership in fostering a positive team environment, including how you support team morale, communication, and overall performance.