EB Welder Operator

RAM Aerospace; St. George (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(K) Retirement Account

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Schedule

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RAM Aerospace, headquartered in St. George, Utah, is seeking an EB Welder Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team.

You will perform specialized Electron Beam welding on exotic metals used in flight, space, and defense components, following detailed instructions to ensure precision and minimal distortion. In this role you will support pre-weld preparation, collaborate with engineering to troubleshoot issues, and help develop new welding processes that advance our mission-critical parts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check and drug screening.
• Experience in a repetitive manufacturing or production environment is required.
• Direct EB welding experience is highly preferred; experience with precision aerospace TIG welding or CNC machine operation is strongly considered.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate advanced Electron Beam welding equipment to join precision aerospace components.
• Pre-weld preparation including cleaning, fixturing, and tack welding for exact alignment.
• Collaborate with engineering and QA teams to troubleshoot and refine welding parameters.
• Maintain production pace while meeting aerospace quality and cost requirements.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams to resolve safety, quality, or technical concerns on the shop floor.

Skills

Math skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EB welding equipment

TIG welding

CNC machine operation

Job description

Description

RAM Aerospace has been powering flight and space exploration since 1975, delivering precision solenoids, valves, actuators, LVDTs, and RVDTs for commercial, defense, and space applications. Headquartered in St. George, Utah, with a facility in Valencia, California, we build mission-critical components that the world's leading aerospace programs depend on. Join a team that builds the future of aerospace, on time, with excellence. Your career takes off here!

As an EB (Electron Beam) Welder Operator at RAM, you’ll perform highly specialized welding on a variety of exotic metals used in mission-critical aerospace components. Working from both general and detailed instructions, you’ll use advanced EB welding techniques to join precision parts with exceptional accuracy and minimal heat distortion. In this role, you will also support critical pre-weld preparation, collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, and help develop cutting-edge new welding processes. Your craftsmanship and attention to detail will directly contribute to the performance, safety, and reliability of components used in flight, space, and defense applications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• EB Welding Operations: Set up and operate advanced Electron Beam welding equipment to join precision aerospace components. You will follow detailed specifications to ensure welds are executed with exceptional accuracy.
• Pre-Weld Preparation: Perform critical pre-weld tasks including the meticulous cleaning of components, precision fixturing, and tack welding to ensure exact alignment before the parts enter the vacuum chamber.
• Process Development & Troubleshooting: Collaborate directly with engineering and quality assurance teams to troubleshoot technical issues, refine welding parameters, and assist in the development of new, highly efficient welding processes.
• Production & Quality: Work efficiently within a fast-paced, repetitive production environment. You must balance the need to meet strict production schedules with uncompromising aerospace quality and cost requirements.
• Team Collaboration: Function as a proactive team player, communicating effectively with co-workers and cross‑functional teams to resolve safety, quality, or technical concerns on the shop floor.

Requirements

• Legal: Must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and drug screening.
• ITAR: Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum (due to ITAR requirements).
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience & Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in troubleshooting safety, quality, and technical issues. Prior experience in a repetitive manufacturing or production environment is required. (Note: Direct experience with EB welding is highly preferred, but experience with precision aerospace TIG welding or CNC machine operation is strongly considered).
• Technical Skills: Basic math skills are required to calculate machine parameters, read measurements, and follow precise engineering instructions.
• Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while remaining a strong, collaborative team player.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to stand for long periods of time constantly throughout the shift. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs safely. Must possess excellent manual dexterity for handling small parts, aligning fixtures, and operating machine controls.

Why You’ll Love Working at RAM – Our Benefits

At RAM Aerospace, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, work‑life balance, and long‑term success.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Short-Term Disability & Voluntary Benefits - Additional protection and peace of mind when you need it most.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal, financial, and emotional well‑being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays - Generous time off to relax, travel, and spend time with loved ones.
• Paid Parental Leave - Time to bond with your new addition and transition smoothly back to work.
• 401(K) Retirement Account - Plan for your future with our 401(K) retirement account, complete with an employer match.
• Tuition Assistance - Invest in your education and future growth with our tuition assistance program.
• Flexible Work Schedule - Balance your work and personal life with a flexible work schedule.

We are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity)

RAM Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition, it is the policy of RAM Aerospace to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.

We welcome former military and law enforcement applicants!