Senior Welder Technician – Aerospace Fabrication

Sierra Space Corporation; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation is seeking a Welder Technician V to perform master-level welding in repair and fabrication for launch operations, aligning and welding metal components across structural and fluid systems.

You will lead and mentor teammates, collaborate with engineers on weld procedures, and ensure accuracy with precision tools, PPE compliance, and 5S/ESD practices. This role offers competitive pay and benefits within a mission-driven aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience.
• Familiarity with PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to use precision measurement tools and fabricate fixtures for use including non-flight parts with standard alloys and complex geometry.
• Understanding of 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to follow correct packaging and handling requirements for all hardware.
• Master understanding of welding techniques and processes including MIG, TIG, and orbital arc welding.

Responsibilities

• Lead master-level welding tasks in repair and fabrication for launch operations.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure proper weld procedures and material setups.
• Utilize precision measurement tools to verify tolerances and fabricate fixtures.
• Mentor and train team members on welding projects.
• Record daily work and contribute to streamlined workflows.

Skills

Precision measurement

Welding practices

MIG welding

TIG welding

Orbital arc welding

Shop safety

Team mentoring

Education

Welding training

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand & power tools

Job description

Sierra Space Corporation is seeking a Welder Technician V to perform master-level welding in repair and fabrication for launch operations, aligning and welding metal components across structural and fluid systems.

You will lead and mentor teammates, collaborate with engineers on weld procedures, and ensure accuracy with precision tools, PPE compliance, and 5S/ESD practices. This role offers competitive pay and benefits within a mission-driven aerospace environment.