Senior Welder
Based out of Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach, California the Senior Welder will weld and fabricate various fluid systems and sub-assembly components for the Rutherford and Archimedes Rocket engines.
What You'll Get To Do:
- Follow procedures to set up and operate our welding systems.
- Weld assemblies according to work orders, blueprints and verbal instructions.
- Follow blueprints and meet product specifications within tight tolerances.
You'll Bring These Qualifications As A Senior Welder:
- 8+ years of experience in welding with a focus on advanced techniques.
- Experience in industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Shipbuilding, or Construction.
- Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g., ASME, ANSI, ISO, D17.1).
- Proficient in various welding techniques, including manual GTAW(TIG), OTW (Orbital Tube Welding), Laser Welding, Lathe Welding.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
- Experience welding on.011 -.250.
These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:
- Experience with welding on different materials such as Inconel, Monel, Stainless 300-400 series.
- Experience working with 3D printed parts and exotic alloys.
- Experience in metal fabrication and assembly.
- Experience with Deburring and using pencil grinders.
- Capable of doing welding fit ups.
- Capable of supporting the grinding department.
Certifications:
- Certified Welder.
- Certifications in specialized welding processes (TIG / Brazing process).
- Certification for specific materials (e.g., Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, and Inconel).
Additional Requirements:
- Willing to work Monday - Thursday (3:30pm - 1:45am)
- Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
- Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
- Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
- Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
- Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted.