Aerospace Welder & Fabricator for Space Hardware

Gravitics Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravitics Inc. is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to build primary structure for human‑rated spaceflight hardware onsite in Marysville, WA.

You will weld aluminum and steel with Class A TIG, perform forming, fitting, and operate automated/robotic welding systems while inspecting weld quality. You will read engineering drawings, collaborate with engineering and quality teams, and help drive tooling improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Class A TIG welding experience (or equivalent from another industry) and 5+ years of fabrication/forming experience.
• Hands-on welding with MIG/TIG/Laser for steel and aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints/technical drawings.
• Familiarity with NDT processes (X-ray, Eddy Current, Ultrasound, or similar).
• Automated or robotic welding experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; sit/stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends to support critical milestones; travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Weld primary structure for human-rated space hardware; perform Class A aluminum and steel welds
• Fit, form, clean parts, and set up welding equipment for production; fabricate tooling to support production
• Cut, form, and weld from engineering drawings and technical instructions
• Inspect fabricated parts for geometry acceptance and weld conformance; diagnose defects and recommend corrective actions
• Operate manufacturing equipment (CNC mills, water jets, bandsaws) and precision tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers)
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment as needed
• Work with X-ray technicians and support other NDT processes
• Collaborate with engineering on tooling improvements, build issues, and design feedback; coordinate with quality and manufacturing leadership so shop-floor constraints inform design earlier
• Set and uphold a high bar for first-article quality and process discipline; diagnose and troubleshoot difficult fabrication/process problems
• Own equipment configuration and capacity for your work area; forecast bottlenecks and remove blockers
• Implement machine maintenance schedules and manage spares so equipment stays up and running
• Ensure shop processes have accessible, correct documentation; help transfer proven processes into standard production
• Support vendor fabrication/machining when it unblocks development or a process transfer
• Think creatively and question the status quo while still following documentation and prescribed quality standards
• Build and maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and follow OSHA safety standards

Job description

Gravitics Inc. is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to build primary structure for human‑rated spaceflight hardware onsite in Marysville, WA.

You will weld aluminum and steel with Class A TIG, perform forming, fitting, and operate automated/robotic welding systems while inspecting weld quality. You will read engineering drawings, collaborate with engineering and quality teams, and help drive tooling improvements.