Aerospace TIG Welder - Experienced

Job Title

Aerospace TIG Welder - Experienced

Direct hire

1st & Swing Shift 1st

Shift: Could vary but likely an early start at 3:30am or 4am (10-hour shifts Mon
- Thurs). Swing Shift: 4x10s (Mon-Thurs) 2:30pm - 1am

Kent WA USA
98032

$21.55 -$38/hr on w2 with full benefits (Based on experience)

• Must Have Welding Technologies Degree.
• Must have Aerospace experience.
• Must be US Citizen.

• We primarily do TIG welding. Welding is typically done on titanium and nickel alloys that are 30-80 though - very thin.
• Applies advanced welding processes to join sheet metal aircraft components as specified by written instructions, weld schedules and drawings. Visually and dimensionally inspects completed work for conformance to verbal/written instruction and specifications.

• Completes routine and some advanced welding tasks while applying standard practices.
• Properly prepares weld surfaces.
• Interprets and follows written instructions, sketches, weld schedules, drawings and documents.
• Performs all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
• Performs fitting of assemblies.
• May train others on prior job experience.
• Repairs some of his or her own parts.
• Regularly evaluates his/her own product quality for continuous improvement.
• Successfully complete the Exotic Metals TIG weld training program and/or have equivalent experience.
• Hold multiple, basic Exotic Metals weld qualification/certifications, including Fillet Welding as required.
• Meets or exceeds operations standards for efficiency.
• Reads and understands router operations, sketches, blueprints, and specifications as necessary to perform the job function.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T); knows where to find this information at Exotic and asks for help when necessary.
• Can move to various work areas easily with experience.
• Must be able to use mathematics relevant to welding functions.
• Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Use of protective clothing, goggles, helmets with protective lenses, and other equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.

• The welder performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing and handling of material.