Aerospace Aluminium TIG Welder — Onsite

RTX; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Generous employer-contribution pension

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Employee discounts

EAP

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is seeking a TIG Welder to join our Power & Controls division in Wolverhampton. You will weld and braze aluminium components, read engineering drawings, set up TIG equipment safely, and inspect welds to meet aerospace standards.

The role requires onsite work with rotating shifts, a strong eye for detail, and adherence to high-tolerance specifications. We offer extensive benefits and opportunities for professional development within RTX.

Qualifications

• NVQ/City & Guilds or similar vocational qualification in welding & fabrication or relevant engineering subject (Time served will also be considered depending on relevant experience)
• Proven experience as a TIG Welder with significant experience with aluminium products
• Familiar with thin gauge sheet metal welding 0.5 – 3.5mm
• Experience working to high tolerance
• Welding certification standards would be advantageous but not essential
• Experience in aerospace, motorsport or similar industries is advantageous but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding and brazing on aluminium products
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to execute welds accurately
• To set-up and operate TIG welding equipment safely, to ensure optimum performance
• Conduct inspection on welds to ensure they meet company and aerospace standards
• Work with the production team to meet project targets and deadlines
• Continue ongoing internal and external training to welding certification requirements
• Ensure working environment is clean, organised and meets safety and company standards

Skills

TIG welding

Aluminium welding

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in welding

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is seeking a TIG Welder to join our Power & Controls division in Wolverhampton. You will weld and braze aluminium components, read engineering drawings, set up TIG equipment safely, and inspect welds to meet aerospace standards.

The role requires onsite work with rotating shifts, a strong eye for detail, and adherence to high-tolerance specifications. We offer extensive benefits and opportunities for professional development within RTX.