Experienced Aerospace TIG Welder

Employment Type: Direct Hire
Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Work Location: Kent, Washington
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Range: $32.20–$40.00 per hour, with hiring expected below the top of the range
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, four 10-hour shifts
Day Shift: Anticipated start time of 3:30 AM or 4:00 AM, with exact hours to be confirmed
Swing Shift: 2:30 PM–1:00 AM
Openings: Four, with two on day shift and two on swing shift
Experience Required: Hands-on TIG welding experience
Education Required: High school diploma or GED and a Welding Technology degree
Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Aerospace TIG Welders to join sheet metal aircraft components using established weld schedules, engineering drawings, and written instructions. The work primarily involves TIG welding thin titanium and nickel alloys, typically 0.030–0.080 inches thick.

The selected candidates will prepare weld surfaces, fit assemblies, perform routine and advanced welds, and inspect completed work for visual and dimensional conformance. Welders work with limited oversight and are expected to stop and seek clarification when specifications or instructions are unclear.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced TIG welding on sheet metal aircraft components.
• Prepare weld surfaces and fit assemblies to drawing and process requirements.
• Read and follow blueprints, sketches, weld schedules, shop routers, and technical specifications.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies visually and dimensionally to verify conformance.
• Perform authorized repairs on assigned parts and review completed work for opportunities to improve quality.
• Complete the company's TIG welding training program or demonstrate equivalent experience.
• Obtain and maintain required company welding qualifications, including fillet welding as applicable.
• Meet established quality, safety, and production efficiency standards.
• Assist with training coworkers and support other work areas as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Welding Technology degree.
• Hands-on TIG welding experience. No specific minimum number of years is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld schedules, shop routers, and written instructions.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to apply shop mathematics to welding and inspection tasks.
• Familiarity with machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Manual dexterity for detailed welding, fitting, and inspection work.
• Ability to work effectively on a team, follow safety procedures, and seek clarification when needed.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to work onsite in Kent, Washington, on the assigned day or swing shift.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb, balance, and perform tasks requiring frequent whole-body movement.
• Ability to wear required welding helmets, goggles, protective clothing, and other personal protective equipment.

Work Environment

• Onsite aerospace manufacturing facility in Kent, Washington.
• Work involves welding and inspecting thin sheet metal aircraft components.
• Required use of protective equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.

Key Competencies

• TIG welding of thin titanium and nickel alloys
• Weld surface preparation and assembly fitting
• Blueprint and weld schedule interpretation
• Visual and dimensional inspection
• Precision measurement and basic GD&T
• Weld repair and quality improvement
• Safety awareness and teamwork