Welder

Welder I – INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Job Code: 2026:

Location:

Yuma Proving Ground, AZ
FT/PT Status:
Full Time
Business Sector:
Test Range Operations

Performs certified quality welds with ferrous and non‑ferrous metals. Reads blueprints and sketches to perform welds and layouts. Utilizes horizontal band saws, chop saws, track torches, plasma and free‑hand cutting. Material thickness varies from 16 gauge to 8 inches. When required, preheats and post‑heats material. Fabricates jigs for mass production. Welds deposits using Arc, MIG and TIG procedures. Operates drill press and MAG drills.

Fabricates items from shop drawings and verbal instructions from chief or customer. Removes material using air arc and oxy/fuel washing. Performs other duties as required to complete the assigned mission. This position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Pay Rate: $32.88

Education/Licenses/Certifications/Experience Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have an American Welding Society (D1‑1) Certification in all positions using mild steel, one inch material 7018.
• Must have two years’ experience at journeyman level.

Job Skills Requirements:

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints. Metric and standard measurements.
• Must understand the effect of hardening, annealing, and stress relieving on metals and metal alloys to choose the proper materials.
• Must be able to cut utilizing horizontal band saws, chop saws, track torches, plasma and free‑hand cutting.

Physical Requirements:

• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions, including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must meet the physical requirements necessary to perform operations outlined, performed, and stated in the SOPs for Welding.
• Must be capable of lifting 100 lbs unassisted.
• Must be capable of frequent squatting, crouching and stooping.

Job Requirements:

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Must have a well‑mannered customer service attitude.
• Must be willing to cross‑train in other areas.
• Must use "down‑time" effectively for the benefit of test, self, and company.
• Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.
• Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy.
• Must deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs.
• Must be safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies.
• Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Must work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice, to support test missions.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, without special restrictions.
• Must have dependable transportation and means of communication.

Additional Desirable

Qualifications:

• Four years’ experience at journeyman level.
• Familiar with the operations and uses of a press break.
• Experience designing and engineering parts using Auto CAD.
• Experience programming CNC plasma cutter to cut parts.
• Ability to fabricate parts from verbal instructions.

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain it for the duration of employment.
• Must be a current TRAX employee or affiliate subcontractor for internal postings.

Closing Date: 22 APRIL 2026

* TRAX International, Test Services Division, participates in E‑Verify.

* TRAX is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.

* TRAX Test Services promotes a drug/alcohol‑free work environment through mandatory pre‑employment drug testing and ongoing random testing, as per applicable State Laws.

* Must obtain and maintain a security clearance during employment.