Experienced TIG Welder

Exotic Metals Forming, a Division of Parker Aerospace; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Exotic Metals Forming Division, a Parker Aerospace unit, seeks an Experienced TIG Welder for the aftermarket aerospace segment. The role involves performing TIG welds on sheet metal components, following schedules, and inspecting work for conformance to instructions and drawings.

The candidate will read and follow written instructions, weld schedules, and blueprints with a focus on safety and quality. Team collaboration, training others when needed, and continuous improvement are key aspects of

Qualifications

• Experience TIG welding in aftermarket aerospace.
• Reads and interprets weld schedules, drawings and specifications.
• Ability to follow written instructions and procedures.
• Maintains quality and safety standards in welding work.

Responsibilities

• Completes routine and some advanced welding tasks while applying standard practices.
• Properly prepares weld surfaces.
• Interprets and follows written instructions, sketches, weld schedules, drawings and documents.
• Performs all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
• Performs fitting of assemblies.
• May train others on prior job experience.
• Repairs some of his or her own parts.
• Regularly evaluates his/her own product quality for continuous improvement.
• Works under limited oversight.
• Successfully complete the Exotic Metals TIG weld training program and/or have equivalent experience.
• Hold multiple, basic Exotic Metals weld qualification/certifications, including Fillet Welding as required.
• Meets or exceeds operations standards for efficiency.
• Reads and understands router operations, sketches, blueprints, and specifications as necessary to perform the job function.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T); knows where to find this information at Exotic and asks for help when necessary.
• Can move to various work areas easily with experience.
• Must be able to use mathematics relevant to welding functions.
• Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.
• Knows when to stop and finds appropriate interpretation when necessary.

Skills

TIG welding

Sheet metal welding

GD&T basics

Blueprint interpretation

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Machine tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

Experienced TIG Welder (Aftermarket Aerospace)

Day Shift, Monday through Thursday

Applies basic and some advanced welding processes to join sheet metal aircraft components as specified by written instructions, weld schedules and drawings. Visually and dimensionally inspects completed work for conformance to verbal/written instruction and specifications. Works well as a team member and seeks clarification to refine welding techniques.

Functions, Responsibilities and Required Experience

• Completes routine and some advanced welding tasks while applying standard practices.
• Properly prepares weld surfaces.
• Interprets and follows written instructions, sketches, weld schedules, drawings and documents.
• Performs all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
• Performs fitting of assemblies.
• May train others on prior job experience.
• Repairs some of his or her own parts.
• Regularly evaluates his/her own product quality for continuous improvement.
• Works under limited oversight.
• Successfully complete the Exotic Metals TIG weld training program and/or have equivalent experience.
• Hold multiple, basic Exotic Metals weld qualification/certifications, including Fillet Welding as required.
• Meets or exceeds operations standards for efficiency.
• Reads and understands router operations, sketches, blueprints, and specifications as necessary to perform the job function.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T); knows where to find this information at Exotic and asks for help when necessary.
• Can move to various work areas easily with experience.
• Must be able to use mathematics relevant to welding functions.
• Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.
• Knows when to stop and finds appropriate interpretation when necessary.
• High School Diploma or equivalent GED required.

Working Condition

Use of protective clothing, goggles, helmets with protective lenses, and other equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.

Physical Requirements

The welder performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing and handling of material.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements