Job brief: TIG Welder (Starship)

What JoRoute checked · Checked by JoRoute

• Listed on SpaceX's own job board. JoRoute does not take listings from job ads or recruiters.
• First seen by JoRoute 2026-11-15 (today); last confirmed on the board 2026-11-15.
• The apply link opens boards.greenhouse.io, the address SpaceX's board gives for this job.
• The same title for the same place was listed 1 other time on this board in the last 90 days: several openings, or a re-posted job.
• No layoff notices (WARN) under this name in the state files JoRoute reads.

What the listing says · Employer's own words, not checked

• Pay: Not published
• Job type: Not stated
• Where: Starbase, TX
• Posted: 2026-11-14

What the job asks · Employer's own words, not checked

Level: Entry level. The posting asks for 1+ years of experience.

Must have

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with TIG welding in a manufacturing environment or certificate of completion for welding from an accredited program within the last two years
• 10+ years of experience in TIG welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum and titanium
• Certifications with AWS D17.1 and D1.2
• Must be available for all shifts (day shift, 6 AM - 6 PM or night shift, 6 PM - 6 AM), overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibilit…
• Candidate must be capable of safely using an air purifying respirator, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the j…

Conditions

• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 30 minutes to 1 hour per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
• Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.

Main duties

• GTAW class A welds; cut, trim, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling
• Collaborate with lead welder to ensure that the proper weld procedure, type of material and rod size are accurately assessed for each welding project
• Analyze 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

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• Across SpaceX's 2,758 open listings, 56% of those with a posting date were first posted more than 60 days ago. How SpaceX hires

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