TIG Welder - Aerospace & Defense

MOHR Talent; Caledonia (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

MOHR Talent is hiring TIG Welders in Caledonia, MS for in‑person, full‑time work. Pay ranges from $22 to $44 per hour, with overtime opportunities and a 4/10 schedule (four 10‑hour shifts weekly).

First and second shifts are available, with weekend rotation and potential overtime through year end based on demand. Responsibilities include GTAW welding on exotic alloys, reading blueprints to spec, operating orbital weld systems, and maintaining weld records.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret GD&T and blueprints for precision welds.
• Proven ability to weld thin-walled, precision components.
• Attention to detail and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform GTAW (TIG) welding on aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other exotic alloys.
• Interpret drawings and welding procedure specs to tight tolerances.
• Set up and maintain welding equipment, including orbital systems, jigs, fixtures.
• Inspect welds using NDT methods and document results.
• Support quality audits and follow safety rules.

Skills

GD&T reading

Blueprint interpretation

Quality documentation

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical welding training

Tools

Orbital welding systems

Jigs and fixtures

Welding equipment

Job description

TIG Welder - Aerospace & Defense

Caledonia, MS | In-Person | $22 - $44 /hr | Full-Time

A well established and growing precision manufacturing company serving the aerospace and defense industries is hiring TIG Welders to join their growing production team. Pay is based on experience level, with strong earning potential for skilled welders, and this team is known for investing in the people who keep production moving.

Schedule:

• 4/10 schedule (four 10-hour shifts per week), with 1st and 2nd shift openings available
• Weekend rotation currently in place, with employees rotating Friday/Saturday coverage
• Significant overtime currently available through December based on production demand (hours and overtime are not guaranteed and may change with workload)

What You'll Do:

• Perform GTAW (TIG) welding on aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other exotic alloys
• Achieve tight dimensional tolerances, interpreting GD&T symbols and precision weld maps
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and Welding Procedure Specifications in compliance with industry and applicable defense welding standards
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, including orbital welding systems, jigs, and fixtures
• Conduct weld inspections using NDT methods and maintain accurate records of weld parameters and results
• Support audits by documenting and demonstrating compliance with quality and safety protocols
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow all plant safety regulations

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED; technical training in welding preferred
• Minimum 5 years of welding experience in aerospace or defense environments, with success on thin-walled, precision components
• Proven skill with thin materials and exotic alloys
• AWS Certified Aerospace Welder or equivalent; NAVSEA or company-specific defense welding certification preferred
• Ability to read GD&T and blueprints, and proficiency with precision measurement tools
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and good documentation habits
• Ability to lift and position materials up to approximately 50 lbs and weld in multiple positions, including overhead and vertical

What's In It For You:

• Pay based on experience, up to $44/hr
• Strong overtime opportunity through year end
• Climate-controlled fabrication environment
• Opportunity to work on advanced aerospace and defense components with a skilled, established team

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you have TIG welding experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing,

MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail]