Mechanic Welder

Sierra Lobo, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Lobo, Inc. seeks an experienced Mechanic Welder to support NASA White Sands Test Facility projects in New Mexico. The role emphasizes expert welding and fabrication across GTAW, SMAW, and GMAW, with responsibility for materials preparation, procedure selection, and equipment set-up.

Candidate must have a minimum of seven years of welding experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver’s license. Join a facilities-focused team delivering precision welds and timely support.

Qualifications

• Seven years of welding experience or training required.
• Advanced knowledge of welding types and fabrication processes.
• Must be able to read and interpret basic drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication to support buildings, equipment, and site installations.
• Operate GTAW, SMAW, GMAW and related cutting tools safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate in a team environment to provide timely welding support.

Skills

Advanced welding knowledge

Fabrication skills

Blueprints & drawings comprehension

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

GTAW

SMAW

GMAW

Oxygen-acetylene

Plasma cutting

Welding equipment operation

Job description

Sierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies. We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

This position will be located at NASA's White Sands Test Facility in the Technical Services Department.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Mechanic Welder

• Must be able to apply technical knowledge to solve problems that cannot be solved solely by reference to manufacturer's manuals or similar documents.
• Possess an advanced knowledge of various equipment (bender, shear, metal worker, grinders, various hand tools etc) used for fabrication.
• Have an advanced knowledge of various alloys and prepare materials for welding.
• Must possess technical knowledge and skills in all areas of welding and fabrication including but not limited to welding (GTAW, SMAW, GMAW), cutting (oxygen-acetylene and plasma), fitting, and layout.
• Must be able to prepare materials, select proper procedures, set up and operate all types of welding equipment required in the fabrication, modification, installation and repair of buildings, equipment, site installations, components, vehicles, etc.
• Must be able to work well with others and provide quality and timely welding support services in a team environment.
• Performs work and maintains work area in a neat, orderly, and safe manner.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

Mechanic Welder

Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of applicable welding experience or training.

Education Requirement High School Diploma or equivalent.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Must pass a physical examination as determined by the WSTF physical examinations requirements for the job classification.

Be able to meet the requirements for certification, if applicable, as specified in the White Sands Training Database (WSTD).