Job Title: Orbital Welder or TIG Welder or MIG Welder

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Orbital Welder to join our team at SpaceX in Brownsville, TX. You will be responsible for setting up and operating the orbital welding system according to established procedures. Your role will involve working from blueprints and approved drawings, preparing tubing and fittings, and ensuring high-quality assembly and inspection of components. The manager is seeking "the Navy Seals of Welding".

• 6 month contract to hire
• Pay- $27-$35 depending on experience
• Hours- Monday to Saturday, 6a-6p or 6p-6a (both days and nights available, night shift pays $2 shift differential). Some weeks could work all 7 days
• Per Diem- $125/ day for days worked

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the orbital welding system as per established procedures.
• Work from blueprints and approved drawings to guide the welding process.
• Cut and prepare all tubing and fittings used in the welding operation.
• Perform setup of the welding system and ensure it is calibrated accurately.
• Assemble and calibrate liquid controllers and systems as required.
• Inspect all completed assemblies using the borescope inspection system.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for the welding system.
• Ensure the work area is kept clean and organized.
• Maintain a detailed file of all work records.

Essential Skills

• Certification from a formal orbital weld training program.
• 3+ years of experience in orbital welding.
• Airframe and powerplant (A&P) license.
• Experience with TIG welding and clean room operations.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with sheet metal, robotic welding, and carbon steel.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and tape measures.
• Knowledge of welding inspection and quality control.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
• Physical capability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.

Why Work Here?

Join a mission-driven team working directly on projects that contribute to making humanity multi-planetary and advancing space exploration. Be part of groundbreaking aerospace technology development at a unique integrated launch and production site. Enjoy competitive compensation and equity, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Experience life and work in a collaborative and passionate culture at Starbase, Texas, with access to onsite amenities and family support programs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 15, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.