Aerospace TIG Welder

The Aerospace Component Fabricator will be responsible for fabricating and welding high tolerance aerospace components. Work closely with Engineering and peers to efficiently produce high quality parts. Critical and Problem-Solving skills are essential.

Essential Functions

• Precision TIG welding on various materials (Tubing, Sheet, Machined details etc.) and thickness’s varying from .020”-.125”
• Performs TIG welding utilizing a rotary table
• Performs fitting/fabrications of assemblies which include sizing, scribing, and grinding
• Repairs some of his or her own parts.
• Regularly evaluates his/her own product quality for continuous improvement.
• May perform auto machine welding, spot-welding, seam-welding, poke tacking and braze preparation.
• Completes routine and some advanced TIG welding tasks while applying standard practices.
• Properly prepares weld surfaces.
• Successfully complete the Exotic Metals TIG weld training program and/or have equivalent experience.
• Hold multiple Exotic Metals weld qualification/certifications, including Fillet Welding in the 2F and 3F positions and Groove welding in the 1G, 2G and 3G positions
• Able to operate manufacturing machinery associated with typical aerospace processes.
• Interprets and follows written instructions, sketches, weld schedules, drawings and documents.
• Performs all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
• May train others on prior job experience.
• Works under limited oversight.
• Meets or exceeds operations standards for efficiency.
• Knows when to stop and finds appropriate interpretation when necessary.
• Regular and acceptable punctuality and attendance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to TIG weld aerospace components comprised of Nickel, Titanium and Stainless Alloys.
• Ability to TIG weld materials .020”-.125”
• Ability to consistently produce X-Ray/ FPI quality welds
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Basic knowledge of AWS D17.1
• Knowledge of shop math and precision measurement equipment.
• Capable of inspecting a broad variety of parts.

Working Conditions

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

Physical Requirements
Moderate to heavy work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

• Must have the ability to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Ability to frequently stoop, bend and kneel.
• Ability to often reach with hand and arms and grasp.
• Ability to frequently talk and hear.
• Ability to constantly stand.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package which includes health benefits coverage on day 1 of employment!

• We offer 2 Medical plan networks, each with 4 plan designs – you’ll be sure to find the healthcare plan that fits your life. With each medical plan network, there are plans that include a Health Savings Account and a Health Reimbursement Account. You can choose from 3 dental plan options and vision coverage as well.
• This position receives a 5% Annual Cash Incentive Plan, which is a bonus based on division performance. Our 401K offers up to 5% Employer match with an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) Contribution of 3%. We offer Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits (Critical Illness, Accidental Injury & Hospital Indemnity). Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit. Our company provided Life Insurance (1x annual salary), Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance are available to employees.
• To help promote a healthy work/life balance, this position receives 80 hours of Paid Vacation plus Paid Sick time, which accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. We have up to 14 Paid Holidays, including paid time off every year between Christmas and New Year. We offer 4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% of your pay when you have a new addition to your family.
• Ongoing education is supported through our Educational Reimbursement program. Adoption Assistance, Employee Assistance programs, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty time, bereavement time and volunteer time, as well as paid days off for citizenship testing, as well as marriage and birth. Free membership to Care.com, and optional legal coverage were additions to our benefits package this year.

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. Completion of a U.S. Export Compliance Notice is required. Prospective employees must identify their status as a U.S. or Foreign Person, as well as their country of citizenship and residence.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015)