What’s SpaceX like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

Well, as a Friction Stir Welding Technician, you’ll be setting up and operating large machines to create friction stir welds on launch vehicles. You’ll also be doing some precision blending with hand tools to prep metallic surfaces for welding and performing maintenance on complex machines. It’s a hands-on role that’s super important for the manufacturing process!

You’ll need at least a high school diploma or equivalent, plus a year of experience in machining, welding, or metal fabrication. If you’ve got more experience, like three years in the industry, especially in aerospace, that’s even better!

The shifts are a bit unique! You could be working Monday to Friday from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, or a longer shift from Friday to Monday, 4:30 AM to 4:30 PM. You’ll also need to be open to working overtime and weekends when needed.

Yes, it’s a pretty hands-on position. You’ll need to be comfortable standing for up to four hours at a time, lifting at least 25 lbs. unassisted, and working in tight spaces. So, being physically fit is definitely a plus!

The pay varies depending on your level of experience. For a Level 1 Technician, it’s between $23.00 and $27.00 an hour, and it goes up to $31.00 to $38.00 an hour for a Level 3 Technician. Plus, there are benefits like medical coverage and stock options, which is pretty cool!