Aerospace Welder Technician V — Master Welder & Mentor

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 5,097,000 - 7,179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

401(k) match up to 150%

Life insurance

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking an experienced Welder Technician V to perform master-level welding across repair and fabrication tasks for launch-ready components. You will align and weld metal parts, fixtures and tools using MIG, TIG, and orbital methods, leveraging precision measurement tools and standard alloys.

You will lead, mentor, and train teammates, coordinate with engineers on weld procedures, and ensure compliance with PPE, 5S, FOD, and ESD standards.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related welding experience is typical.
• Familiar with PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to use precision measurement tools and fixtures.
• Understanding of 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Able to follow packaging and handling requirements for hardware.
• Master understanding of MIG, TIG, and Orbital welding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform master-level welding tasks across repair and fabrication work.
• Lead, mentor and train team members on welding projects.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure weld procedures and materials are correct.
• Set up and maintain welding equipment and processes.
• Follow instructions, record daily work, and comply with safety protocols.

Skills

Welding techniques

Precision measurement

5S/FOD/ESD awareness

PPE & shop safety

Packaging & handling

Blueprint interpretation

Independent & team work

Education

Formal welding education or related field

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Sierra Space is seeking an experienced Welder Technician V to perform master-level welding across repair and fabrication tasks for launch-ready components. You will align and weld metal parts, fixtures and tools using MIG, TIG, and orbital methods, leveraging precision measurement tools and standard alloys.

You will lead, mentor, and train teammates, coordinate with engineers on weld procedures, and ensure compliance with PPE, 5S, FOD, and ESD standards.