TIG Welder - 2nd Shift; Onsite

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Burnsville, MN – On‑site TIG Welder / Avionics Repair Technician (2nd Shift, Mon‑Fri 3:00-11:30 PM). The position will assess, repair, test and document repair material in an FAA regulated environment while also performing some avionics repair activities. The role requires the ability to work independently with little or no instruction and will participate in high‑level technical work.

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or in welding positions
• Select torch, torch tips, filler rods, and fluxes prescribed by blueprints, welding diagrams, and operation sheets
• Connect regular valves and bases to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders and welding torches; turn regulators and flow meters to activate flow of gases
• Set prescribed amperage, gas flow, speeds, and feeds to obtain desired welds; hold torches at proper angles to joints and apply filler rods to molten area to form welds
• Interpret schematics and technical drawings; weld, braze, and cut nitronics, aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and SAE 4130 steels according to blueprint specifications and operation sheet instructions
• Examine welds for bead size, penetration, and other specifications; perform welds such as clamp to tube, bracket to tube, lugs and doublers, fittings; grind off excess slag or spatter for clean parts using solvent
• Repair welds by referring to rejection sheets and interpreting x‑ray sheets; work from drawings, sketches, schedules and verbal instructions to select suitable welding equipment, holding devices, attachments, and help tools required for joining process and make required settings to equipment, gas flows and other parameters to obtain quality welds
• Follow blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met; maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Complete assigned tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills
• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and re‑instruct as required
• Utilize limited variety of microelectronic, electronic, optical, electro‑optical, mechanical, or electromechanical equipment, including computers and lasers
• Troubleshooting and testing of repair units; use electronic test and troubleshooting equipment
• Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance and use of complex products, devices, tests, or procedures under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required
• Conduct written and verbal communication with technicians, engineering, and leadership within the MRO

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA guidelines. Candidates will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

• High School diploma with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
• Previous welding experience in a manufacturing or service environment
• 2+ years of experience with aviation manufacturing or repair (preferred)
• Ability to obtain or already hold a Preliminary MRB authorization
• Experience reviewing CMM/SB documentation and creating mark‑ups (preferred)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement…