Job brief: Weld Support Technician

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 2026-11-04 (4 days ago); last confirmed on the board 2026-11-08.
• The apply link opens boards.greenhouse.io, the address SpaceX's board gives for this job.
• No other listing with this title and place on this board in the last 90 days.
• 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: McGregor, TX
• Posted: 2026-08-19 · over 60 days ago

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

Level: Mid level. The posting asks for 2+ years of experience.

Must have

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience with hand tools, band saws, or torch cutting in a construction, industrial, or manufacturing environment
• 1+ years of experience with plasma table programming/operating
• Schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Working conditions may be in tight quarters; physical dexterity is required
• Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S.

Conditions

• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 45 lbs unassisted
• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally for up to four weeks – travel will be less than 15%

Main duties

• Perform tasks such as: plasma table programming, operating a band saw and chop saw, manually drilling and milling materials, etc.
• Analyze engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances of cut parts
• Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
• Work with leaders to complete the assignment/project, solve problems, meet deadlines, and review issues for consistent improvement

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How it compares · Compared by JoRoute from listings

• Typical listed pay for mechanic and technician jobs across the U.S.: $71k a year (1,435 listings, 94 employers). This listing does not publish pay to compare.
• Across SpaceX's 2,900 open listings, 60% of those with a posting date were first posted more than 60 days ago. How SpaceX hires

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