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:
- Are you AWS D17.1 certified? If yes, which groups and positions?
- How many years of hands-on welding experience do you have? How many years specifically in aerospace/exotic alloys?
- Have you programmed and operated Orbitalum or AMI orbital GTAW systems? Yes/No
- Can you read and work from WPS and WPQR documents? Yes/No
- Are you able to pass a company-administered weld performance qualification (WPS/QTR) within a two-week period? Yes/No
- Are you able to work 3rd shift, Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM?
- 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.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
