Aerospace Welder

RESEARCH METAL INDUSTRIES INC; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

Research Metal Industries (RMI) seeks an experienced Aerospace Welder (AWS D17.1 Class A) to join our precision manufacturing team in Gardena, CA. You will perform high-quality TIG welding on thin-wall aluminum aerospace parts according to drawings and strict aerospace standards.

The role emphasizes close-tolerance work, attention to detail, and adherence to procedures to ensure best-in-class weld quality for critical components used in aircraft structures.

Qualifications

• AWS D17.1 certification required or ability to certify.
• Strong experience welding aluminum is required.
• 5–10+ years aerospace welding experience preferred.
• Strong experience with TIG (GTAW) welding.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Welding operations on aerospace components per approved procedures.
• Work with aluminum, stainless steel, Inconel, titanium and other aerospace alloys.
• Execute TIG (GTAW) and other required welding methods.
• Ensure welds meet dimensional, strength, and visual quality requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.
• Follow Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and aerospace standards.

Skills

AWS D17.1 Certification

Aluminum welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Aerospace Welder (AWS D17.1 Class A) to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for performing high-quality welding operations on aerospace components in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and aerospace quality standards. This position involves precision TIG welding of thin-wall aluminum aerospace components. We are seeking welders with experience producing small, close-tolerance parts where quality, consistency, and attention to detail are essential. Experience limited to structural or heavy fabrication is not the best fit for this role.

Key Responsibilities

1. Welding Operations
2. Perform welding on aerospace components in accordance with approved procedures
3. Work with materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, Inconel, titanium, and other aerospace alloys
4. Execute welding processes including TIG (GTAW) and other required methods
5. Ensure welds meet dimensional, strength, and visual quality requirements
6. Drawing & Specification Compliance
7. Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and specifications
8. Follow qualified Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
9. Ensure work meets aerospace standards and customer requirements
10. Quality & Inspection Support
11. Perform self-inspection of welds
12. Address rework or corrections promptly when identified
13. Production Execution & Priority Support
14. Support production priorities including:
15. Customer-critical components
16. High-value aerospace parts
17. Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to meet delivery schedules

Qualifications

• AWS D17.1 Aerospace Welding Certification (required or ability to certify)
• Strong experience welding Aluminum is required
• 5–10+ years of aerospace welding experience preferred
• Strong experience with TIG (GTAW) welding
• Experience welding aluminum, stainless steel, Inconel, titanium, or aerospace alloys.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards

About Us

At Research Metal Industries (RMI), we take pride in manufacturing high-quality aerospace components with a strong focus on precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Our team is made up of experienced professionals who value accountability, craftsmanship, and supporting one another in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

We’re a growing company with long-term opportunities for employees who want to build a stable career in aerospace manufacturing. You’ll be joining a hands‑on team culture that values reliability, respect, quality, and doing the job right the first time.