Aerospace Aluminum Welder — Precision TIG & Robotics

Gravitics Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in Gravitics

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Gravitics Inc. is hiring a highly skilled welder to build primary structures for spaceflight systems in a fast‑paced shop. You will perform precision aluminum TIG welds, fabricate tooling, and support engineering with problem solving to ensure flight‑quality welds.

You will operate mechanized welding systems, read blueprints, and work with NDT partners to maintain highest standards. The role requires 5+ years in aerospace welding, ability to lift 25 lbs, and willingness to work evenings or

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Class A TIG welding experience.
• 5+ years of fabrication and forming experience; read blueprints.
• Familiarity with NDT such as X-ray and other inspection techniques.
• Automated or robotic welding experience.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Weld primary structure for spaceflight hardware.
• Fabricate tooling to support production.
• Inspect geometry and weld conformance of parts.
• Set up welding equipment and run production welds.
• Perform Class A quality aluminum welds.
• Diagnose weld defects and suggest improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering on tooling and processes.
• Handle raw materials and finished weldments.
• Operate fabrication equipment like bandsaws and jig tables.
• Coordinate with NDT teams for inspections.
• Read blueprints and follow instructions.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

TIG welding

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

NDT inspection

Automated/robotic welding

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Robotic welding systems

Vertical bandsaws

Jig tables

X-ray inspection equipment

Job description

Gravitics Inc. is hiring a highly skilled welder to build primary structures for spaceflight systems in a fast‑paced shop. You will perform precision aluminum TIG welds, fabricate tooling, and support engineering with problem solving to ensure flight‑quality welds.

You will operate mechanized welding systems, read blueprints, and work with NDT partners to maintain highest standards. The role requires 5+ years in aerospace welding, ability to lift 25 lbs, and willingness to work evenings or