Welder- 1st shift

We are seeking an experienced Certified Welder to join an aerospace manufacturing team supporting the fabrication and welding of high-performance components and assemblies. This role requires strong hands-on experience with manual GTAW/TIG and orbital GTAW welding particularly working with exotic aerospace alloys.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of aerospace welding standards welding procedures equipment setup inspection requirements and the ability to consistently produce high-quality welds in a safety- and quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Candidates must have the following technical experience to be considered for an interview:

• Manual GTAW (TIG) certification to AWS D17.1 Group IIb IIIB VII 1G position or equivalent. 1G certification is the required minimum.
• Hands-on experience setting up programming and operating orbital GTAW equipment such as Orbitalum AMI or equivalent.
• Experience welding exotic aerospace alloys including:
  • Haynes 188
  • Hastelloy X (HAST-X)
  • Inconel 718
  • L-605 / Cobalt alloys
• Experience with purge systems and backing gas control.
• Knowledge of post-weld inspection methods.
• Experience working from and executing WPS WPQ and QTR documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot welding equipment and adjust welding parameters within established procedures.

• Set up and operate manual and automated welding systems according to work instructions procedures and established welding practices.
• Set up fixtures attachments and workpieces using visual inspection hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Adjust welding parameters within approved procedural limits to achieve required quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints weld symbols procedures and quality requirements.
• Perform proper pre-weld cleaning preparation and handling of aerospace components.
• Inspect completed and in-process hardware using visual inspection and measuring equipment.
• Perform welding equipment setup troubleshooting and basic maintenance.
• Maintain a clean organized and FOD-free work environment.
• Maintain all required welding qualifications and certifications.
• Follow all applicable safety quality and manufacturing procedures.
• Assist and provide guidance to less-experienced welders when needed.
• Support welding skill development safety and technical training.
• Work with Engineering to develop welding processes and resolve welding-related issues.
• Troubleshoot welding equipment and collaborate with team members to maintain production requirements.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 8 years of welding or related experience or demonstrated ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of the position.
• Aerospace welding experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with exotic aerospace alloys required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required AWS D17.1 welding qualifications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints engineering drawings weld symbols WPS/WPQ/QTR documentation and quality requirements.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply machine-shop mathematics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective English verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing.

Candidates must be able to successfully complete:

• Eye examination
• FAA drug test
• Manual welding performance test
• Company-administered welding qualification/WPS-QTR testing

Candidates must be able to successfully complete the required company welding performance qualification within two weeks.

Candidates must have answers to the following questions included on their resume at the time of submission:

1. Are you AWS D17.1 certified If yes which groups and positions
2. How many years of hands-on welding experience do you have including total welding experience and experience specifically with aerospace/exotic alloys
3. Have you programmed and operated Orbitalum or AMI orbital GTAW systems Yes/No
4. Can you read and work from WPS and WPQR documents Yes/No
5. Are you able to pass a company-administered weld performance qualification (WPS/QTR) within a two-week period Yes/No

Candidates should arrive no more than 5 minutes before their scheduled interview. There is no lobby/waiting area so candidates will need to remain outside until they are welcomed into the facility.

Important: Candidates should be prepared for the eye exam FAA drug testing and manual weld test requirements associated with this position.