Welder-3rd shift

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Certified Welder to join an aerospace manufacturing team supporting the welding and fabrication of high-performance aerospace components and assemblies.

This position requires strong hands-on experience with manual GTAW/TIG and orbital GTAW welding, including experience working with exotic aerospace alloys. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of aerospace welding standards, welding procedures, equipment setup, inspection requirements, and quality requirements.

This is a 3rd-shift position, working Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 PM–7:00 AM. New hires will be required to train on 2nd shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM, for several weeks before transitioning to the regular 3rd-shift schedule.

Key Technical Requirements

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

• Manual GTAW (TIG) certification to AWS D17.1, Group IIb, IIIB, VII, 1G position, or equivalent.
  • 1G is the required minimum certification.
  • Equivalent 1G–6G certifications may be considered.
• Hands-on experience setting up, programming, and operating orbital GTAW equipment, including Orbitalum, AMI, or equivalent systems.
• 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 executing WPS/WPQ/QTR requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot welding equipment and adjust welding parameters within established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual and automated welding systems according to work instructions and established welding practices.
• Position and adjust fixtures, attachments, and workpieces using hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Fine-tune welding processes within established procedural limits to achieve conformance requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, procedures, and quality requirements.
• Perform proper pre-weld cleaning, preparation, and handling of aerospace components.
• Inspect hardware using visual inspection techniques and measuring equipment.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot welding equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and FOD-free work environment.
• Maintain required welding qualifications and certifications.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced welders as needed.
• Assist with welder training, skill development, and safety initiatives.
• Work with Engineering to develop welding processes and resolve welding-related issues.
• Troubleshoot welding equipment while working collaboratively to support production requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 8+ years of welding or related experience, or demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of the position.
• Aerospace welding experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with exotic aerospace alloys required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required AWS D17.1 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 as part of a team.

Schedule

Regular Schedule – 3rd Shift:
Sunday–Thursday
11:00 PM–7:00 AM

Required Training Schedule:
Monday–Friday
3:00 PM–11:00 PM
Training will be required for several weeks before transitioning to the regular 3rd-shift schedule.

Candidates must be comfortable working both schedules.

Safety & Pre-Employment Requirements

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

Candidates must successfully complete:

• Eye examination
• FAA drug test
• Welding performance test
• Required company welding qualification/WPS-QTR testing

Interview/Submission Requirements

Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their welding qualifications and hands-on experience during the interview and welding test process.

Recruiter Prescreen Questions

Please confirm the following with every candidate before 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? How many years specifically in 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
6. Are you able to work 3rd shift, Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM?
7. Are you able to train on 2nd shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM, for several weeks before moving to 3rd shift?

Important: The candidate must be comfortable with the required 2nd-shift training period and permanent 3rd-shift schedule before being submitted.