TIG Welder, Combustion Devices (RAPTOR)

• This position will be responsible for welding, assembly, and fabrication of various fluid systems and various sub-assembly components.

• Repair casting defects via grinding, welding and blending

• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations; read and interpret work instructions and part drawings (blueprints and CAD)

• Use precision calibrated tools -micrometers, depth gauges and calipers

• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease process time, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly

• Operate general shop equipment and vehicles (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)

• Conduct in-process inspection

• Maintain a clean and safe work area

• Take operational ownership of the weld area equipment and processes

• Take initiative in problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvement

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 1+ years of experience with aerospace TIG welding

• 1+ years of experience fitting welded assemblies

• 3+ years of experience in welding with one or more of the following materials: stainless steel, carbon steel, Inconel, aluminum or titanium

• Highly proficient in tube (small and large diameter up to 6") cutting grinding and fabrication

• Proficient in blue print reading and lay out

• Knowledge and experience completing welds that pass visual before being X-rayed or dye penned

• Certification with AWS D17.1 and D1.2

• Experience with overhead cranes and forklifts

• Able to work overtime hours and weekends as needed

• Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted

• Able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours min

• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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