Aerospace TIG Welder — Castings Repair & Precision

O'Fallon Casting; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Fallon Casting is seeking a Welder A to perform routine TIG welding repairs on aluminum, brass, and copper castings. You will work under supervision, assess defect areas, and select appropriate welds to minimize distortion while maintaining casting contours.

The role requires passing an aerospace-standard qualification, a 90-day welding proficiency test, and strict adherence to safety and quality procedures in a dusty shop environment.

Qualifications

• Must pass all qualifications to aerospace standards.
• Must be able to handle the physical demands of the job.
• Must pass certification test in welding proficiency within the initial 90 days.
• Must have 20/20 vision (correctable) and color perception.
• Must weld aluminum, brass, and copper parts with a TIG welder.

Responsibilities

• Shall adhere to safety requirements and follow work instructions.
• Shall receive daily work assignments from supervisor/lead.
• Shall visually inspect castings and assess repair viability.
• Shall determine weld depth and select proper weld rod and polarity.
• Shall weld repair casts with minimal distortion and maintain contours.
• Shall maintain records and clean, orderly work area.

Skills

Aerospace standards

Physical stamina

Color vision

TIG welding

Aluminum welding

Brass welding

Copper welding

Welding precision

Tools

Heliarc welders

Drill press

Burr and grinding guns

Belt grinders

Hand sanding tools

General hand tools

Job description

O'Fallon Casting is seeking a Welder A to perform routine TIG welding repairs on aluminum, brass, and copper castings. You will work under supervision, assess defect areas, and select appropriate welds to minimize distortion while maintaining casting contours.

The role requires passing an aerospace-standard qualification, a 90-day welding proficiency test, and strict adherence to safety and quality procedures in a dusty shop environment.