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Frontgrade Technologies; Exeter; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401K match

Compressed schedule

Career growth

Tuition assistance

PTO & holidays

Family leave

Job summary

Frontgrade Technologies is seeking a Welder II to join its highly skilled manufacturing team in Exeter. You will operate welding machines, read blueprints, and set up equipment to fabricate or repair aluminum components in demanding environments.

Requirements include at least two years of welding experience, preferably in aerospace or defense, and the ability to interpret welding symbols and procedures. We offer competitive benefits and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Experience in manufacturing, technology, or aerospace and defense with the ability to set up welding machine for aluminum.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products.
• Perform layout, cutting and welding work as required.
• Complete welding of components according to procedures.
• Arrange parts for welding and staging processes.
• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
• Set up welding machines based on specifications of the job.
• Use specialized gas metal arc welding techniques and equipment to join pieces of metal together.
• Work from specifications, drawings, prints, and welding symbols.

Skills

Welding techniques

Blueprint reading

Aluminum welding

Machinery setup

Tools

Welding machines

Job description

Job Description

The Welder II uses welding techniques and machines to fabricate or repair metal parts. This involves working from specifications and ensuring proper care of welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products
• Perform layout, cutting and welding work as required
• Complete welding of components according to procedures
• Arrange parts for welding and staging processes
• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications
• Set up welding machines based on specifications of the job
• Use specialized gas metal arc welding techniques and equipment to join pieces of metal together
• Work from specifications, drawings, prints, and welding symbols

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Experience in manufacturing, technology, or aerospace and defense with the ability to set up welding machine for aluminum

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other Benefits Include

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (a combination of both designated and floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave