Essential duties 

• The position is responsible for performing all functions of welding ensuring personal and product safety, quality, and productivity.
• Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment to weld castings, Sheetmetal details, etc.
• Following Job Operation Sheets to complete repairs as necessary
• Complete moderate to advanced fitting and welding tasks while applying standard practices.
• Capable of obtaining and holding required weld qualifications/certifications
• Perform plug welds in castings, cosmetic weld build up and standard join configurations
• Check required dimensions using calipers, micrometers, height gages and other inspection tools or fixtures.
• Identify any Red flag problem areas.
• Interpret and follow written instructions, sketches, weld schedules, drawings and documents.
• Involvement in development work, fixturing and process.
• Work independently with limited oversight.
• Meet or exceed operations standards for efficiency.
• Knows when to stop and find appropriate interpretation when necessary.
• Maintain thorough understanding of how to produce quality parts.
• Must be able to use mathematics relevant to functions.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 5 Plus years TIG/GTAW experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Welding trade school or equivalent experience.
• Must pass internal welder qualification for welding magnesium within introductory period.
• Must qualify for stainless and aluminum certifications within the first year.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/drawings.
• Experience in welding aerospace components comprised of inconel, aluminum, mild steel and stainless steel.
• Keen attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Familiar with a variety of metals and finishes.

• Use mathematical and reading skills.
• Experience with measuring devices such as meters, gauges, calipers, and other measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of safety protocols.
• Experience working with close tolerances.
• Experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment (NADCAP and FAA requirements).
• Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
• Meets D17.1 visual acceptance criteria (corrective or non-corrective).
• Strong communication skills as well as a team player.

Preferred Skills

• Aerospace welding background.
• Manufacturing background.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, using small/large tools).
• Ability to tolerate constant noise (machine motors, grinding, high frequency etc.).

Pre-employment requirements

• All applicants must satisfy a pre-employment DOT/FAA Alcohol & Drug Screen and a background check. This position must comply with our FAA regulated Random Alcohol & Drug Program for Safety Sensitive position.