Welder

Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) is a space mission enabler providing flexible, cost-effective solutions, including satellite manufacturing and technology integration, AI-driven space-based data solutions, mission planning and management operations, AI/ML products and services and space and defense hardware manufacturing. With its mission of Space Access Reimagined, Sidus Space is committed to rapid innovation, adaptable and cost-effective solutions, and the optimization of space system and data collection performance. With demonstrated space heritage, including manufacturing and operating its own satellite and sensor system, LizzieSat, Sidus Space serves government, defense, intelligence and commercial companies around the globe.

Strategically headquartered on Florida's Space Coast, Sidus Space operates a 35,000-square-foot space manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing facility and provides easy access to nearby launch facilities. But it's our people who truly set us apart. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and agility, empowering our team to innovate and evolve in a rapidly changing industry. Join us at Sidus Space to be part of something extraordinary and help shape the future of space access!

Job Summary

Performs the welding process on aluminum, stainless steel, and steel parts and assemblies to required tolerances using welding metals and metal alloys and cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Merritt Island, Florida.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Determines layouts and welds parts and assemblies according to engineering drawings and specifications.


• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.


• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.


• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.


• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.


• Completion of a formal apprenticeship OR at least two (2) years' welding experience.


• MIG and TIG welding experience in a production environment preferred.


• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) is preferred.


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Self-starter, capable of independent problem solving.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.

Physical Requirements

• Requires repetitive movement, walking, and standing.


• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.


• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment.

Travel Requirement

Able to travel <10% of the time

Shift/Schedule

This position is for the day shift generally working 7:00am - 4:00pm

Drug-Free Workplace

Sidus Space is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies

Total Rewards and Perks

At Sidus Space, we ask a lot of our team members, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to a competitive salary, a Best-in-Class benefit program with a generous employer paid portion as well as a matching 401(k) on Day ONE, we offer a lot of perks, including:

• Jeans every day


• Regular onsite food trucks


• 5 free company t-shirts for Manufacturing Staff


• Paid Time Off (vacation and sick days) and 11 paid holidays


• Adjustable stand-up desks


• Employee referral bonus program


• Educational assistance and professional training opportunities


• Company golf outings and other social events

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• All candidates selected will be subject to background investigation and drug screen


• This position requires access to onsite locations managing government information, which contains Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirements, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship.


• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

SIDUS SPACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer fostering a respectful work culture that values all contributors. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Sidus Space's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]