Welder Technician - AWW Shift; Onsite

Welder Technician

Dallas Airfoil Repair Operations, a recognized leader in the refurbishment of aero-engine and Industrial Gas Turbine airfoils, is seeking a skilled Welder Technician to join our growing Grand Prairie, TX facility. We offer a dynamic work environment where motivated individuals can contribute to innovative repair solutions and continuous improvement. This position is available on the AWW (6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fri – Sun).

What You Will Do:

• Follow detailed instructions to execute development, repair, and restoration work on engine parts and tools.
• Interpret work requirements and gather necessary equipment to perform routine repair and modification tasks.
• Perform TIG welding operations to fabricate or restore components in accordance with close tolerances and defined specifications.
• Use various fixed and variable measuring instruments to verify dimensions and record results.
• Identify the need for equipment maintenance and arrange for repairs or replacements as required.
• Conduct routine servicing and equipment checks following established procedures and written instructions.
• Perform daily walk-around inspections of all equipment and machinery used in welding operations.
• Support process development, new tooling trials, and other specialized assignments within job scope and skill level.
• Assist other trades on joint projects where skill overlap supports efficient workflow.
• Escalate work difficulties to the supervisor as necessary.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and documentation to communicate findings and request approvals.
• Obtain and maintain required licenses, permits, and certifications as applicable.
• Perform additional tasks within the scope of this job description to support departmental goals and enhance skill development.
• Conduct visual wear and dimensional inspections as required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Capability to perform visual wear and dimensional inspections when required.
• Successful completion of a welding certification test.
• Compliance with FAA regulations is required as DARO is a regulated facility.
• Progress toward CORE Associates certification.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent judgment, professionalism, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 1-year relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Three years of AC TIG welding experience, preferably in aerospace or aircraft engine component repair.
• Proficiency in welding various metal types.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays
• 401-K with company match
• Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

Pratt & Whitney Grand Prairie, TX is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as a pre-employment contingency and also subject to ongoing random testing as an employee per FAA's regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

This role is:

Onsite:
Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.