Weld Engineer

Weld Engineer 1

Date:
Jun 4, 2026

Location:

Decatur, AL, US, 35601

Company:
United Launch Alliance

Requisition

Location:

ULA - Decatur Relocation:
Yes
- Relocation may be available Travel Requirements:
None/Infrequent

This position is for a Weld Engineer with responsibilities in metallic materials and processes. Assignments to include, but not limited to, the following:

• Analyzes, researches, designs, and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems, and subsystems specializing in the applied principles of welding.
• Develops, analyzes, and applies material properties and design allowables, implementing engineering processes and quality engineering specifications for welding applications specific to aerospace.
• Material analyses may include failure analysis of weld assemblies, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications.
• May review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures specific to welding operations.
• Understanding complex machinery and developing weld schedules/programs for that machinery capable of reviewing weld data to determine trends and out of family welds to determine acceptable weld repairs.
• Work closely with equipment suppliers, project manager, facilities and maintenance to assist with new equipment installation and equipment upkeep/repairs.

This position will require working extended hours and /or weekends along with off shifts, as necessary to support testing and production delivery activities. Ability to work at elevated heights and small spaces.

Bachelor Required Years of Experience None required

Bachelor's degree in weld engineering, Weld Engineering Technology;
Materials Joining Engineering; or related technical field from an accredited college or university. Familiarity with weld engineering with expertise in welding aluminum alloys and stainless steel with varying thicknesses in one or more of the following areas: automated & mechanized gas tungsten arc welding, manual gas tungsten arc welding, friction stir welding, and laser welding. Knowledge of military and/or aerospace industry process applications and standards as related to welding and manufacturing operations.

Exposure to manufacturing techniques and assemblies. Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints.

2 years of experience in weld engineering with expertise in welding aluminum alloys and stainless steel with varying thicknesses in one or more of the following areas: automated & mechanized gas tungsten arc welding, manual gas tungsten arc welding, friction stir welding, and laser welding. Experience with weld procedure writing and qualification, weld mechanical testing, metallurgical inspections, supporting weld tool design, and implementing weld process improvements.

Experience coordinating with engineering and production operations personnel to develop and communicate non-conformance repair procedures and implement related corrective actions. Experience training and certifying technicians in friction stir welding (FSW), resistance spot welding (RSW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), orbital tube welding (OTW), and laser welding. Experience with recommending, developing, and implementing new concepts, principles, and products for the Weld Center, focusing on resolving issues that are of crucial importance to ULA.

Ability to review visual, dye penetrant, and x-ray discrepancies and disposition rework/repair instructions to resolve welding defects.

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels. We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including: 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees Generous paid time off Flexible work environments Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80…