Welding & Fabrication

• Perform TIG welding on aerospace tubular, sheet‑metal, and structural components
• Certify and maintain qualification to AWS D17.1 for manual GTAW welding of stainless steel, Inconel, cobalt, and aluminum alloys ranging from 0.020” to 0.300” in all positions
• Set up and lay out jobs using blueprints, diagrams, fixtures, and welding procedures; perform manual welding including use of rotary turntables
• Execute solvent cleaning, joint preparation, trimming, sizing, polishing, tack‑welding, and fabrication of shop aids/fixtures to support welding operations
• Perform machine setups to trim, size, form, inspect, and weld material per fabrication drawing requirements
• Review drawing requirements for dimensional compliance; select correct filler metals and verify weld‑note callouts

Visual & Specialized Weld Inspection

• Conduct visual weld inspection using fillet gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and designated final‑inspection fixtures
• Inspect weld size, face/root reinforcement, cracks, inclusions, porosity, and overall weld quality
• Perform videoscope inspection to evaluate root‑side weld conditions
• Maintain, calibrate, and log preventative maintenance for welding and fabrication equipment

Nondestructive Inspection (NDI/NDT)

• Execute NDI/NDT processes such as Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, and Ultrasonic Inspection in accordance with certified procedures
• Work under documented NDT procedures that meet customer and regulatory specifications, including control numbers, referenced specs/revisions, and technician signature/date per internal policy
• Generate and maintain inspection records, including accept/reject results, technique sheets, and documentation required by quality system standards
• Support weld schedule review and compliance; assist in process control and risk‑reduction activities associated with PFMEA‑based manufacturing controls

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure daily compliance with customer drawings, specifications, and internal quality system requirements
• Maintain aerospace‑grade workmanship standards and participate in quality audits as needed
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles including 5S, teamwork, and general housekeeping
• Follow all business policies, procedures, environmental, and safety requirements

General Duties

• Manage overall fabrication and assembly efforts
• Work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain and Operations Technicians to meet stated production goals
• Supervise large diverse Teams in manufacturing, testing and assembly processes
• Demonstrate sound decision‑making based on experience and available data
• Work with minimal supervision and manage workload based on production schedules
• Consistently strive to meet and exceed job performance requirements
• Other Duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training: 

• Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred 

• Maintain all welding and NDI certifications

Experience:

• 10+ years of professional experience in the required task area  
• Ability to pass GTAW welding assessments and certify on required alloy/joint combinations
• Demonstrated eye‑hand coordination and fine‑detail visual accuracy
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Mathematical competency for measurement, layout, and process verification
• Have a strong knowledge of Production Management, Quality Control, and Engineering processes that Support Manufacturing

• Strong attendance and punctuality record.

• Security:
• Must be a US citizen
• Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

• Physical Requirements

• Vision requirements: Jaeger #2 near‑vision at 12” and 20/30 or better far‑vision (with or without corrective lenses)
• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
• Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Salary: 

The projected salary range for this position is $38 - $44 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.