Welder

Hermeus Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 53,726 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid

Stock options

401(k) retirement plan

Bonuses

Paid time off

Office lunches

Job summary

Hermeus Corporation in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Welder to fabricate, assemble, and weld structural and piping components for aerospace and defense projects. You will interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols, performing TIG, MIG, and arc welds to exact specs, including laser welding for high-strength alloys.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in aerospace/defense fabrication, blueprinted tolerance interpretation, and proficiency in ASME/AWS standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical welding certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision fabrication.
• Blueprint interpretation and all-position welding (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).

Responsibilities

• Perform precision TIG, MIG, and arc welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and high-nickel alloys.
• Interpret drawings and welding symbols for dimensional accuracy and conformance.
• Execute high-precision laser welding on thin-gauge and high-strength alloys with controlled heat input.
• Fabricate, assemble, and pressure-test structural and piping systems for aerospace/defense.
• Maintain compliance with ASME, AWS, and company weld standards.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness, and quality standards in all areas.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production to resolve fabrication challenges.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

All-position welding

GTAW welding

MIG welding

Arc welding

Laser welding

Precision measuring

NDE familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical welding certification

Tools

ASME Section IX

AWS D17.1

MIL-STD welding codes

Tube cutting

Pressure testing

Job description

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

About The Role:

As a Welder, you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and piping components critical to our production and mission operations. You’ll work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to execute precise, high-quality welds across a variety of materials, ensuring all products meet rigorous performance and safety standards. This role is hands‑on and suited for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, technical, and safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision TIG, MIG, and arc welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and high‑nickel alloys.
• Interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols to ensure dimensional accuracy and conformance.
• Execute high‑precision laser welding on thin‑gauge and high‑strength alloys, maintaining tight control of heat input, distortion, and weld integrity in mission‑critical hardware.
• Fabricate, assemble, and pressure‑test structural and piping systems supporting aerospace and defense operations.
• Maintain compliance with ASME, AWS, and company weld standards, following approved procedures.
• Uphold strict safety, cleanliness, and quality standards in all work areas.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve fabrication challenges.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; technical welding certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑precision fabrication.
• Skilled in blueprint interpretation and all‑position welding (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Proven ability to fabricate and weld carbon and stainless structures and pipe to spec.
• Must pass company‑administered weld qualification tests and internal inspections.
• Available to work overtime and varied shifts to meet mission timelines.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and operate in confined or outdoor environments.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of GTAW welding experience with stainless, carbon, Inconel, aluminum, or titanium.
• Knowledge of ASME Section IX, AWS D17.1, or MIL‑STD welding codes.
• Experience in aerospace component fabrication or ground support systems.
• Skilled in tube and pipe cutting, grinding, and precision assembly.
• Familiar with pressure testing, inspection, and NDE methods.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and quality documentation.
• Understanding of welding metallurgy and heat control for high‑integrity welds.
• Familiarity with advanced tooling and fixturing practices used in precision welded assembly fabrication.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent walking through office, manufacturing, and test facility environments.
• Occasional standing, bending, or reaching as part of employee engagement or site walkthroughs.

$25 - $65 an hour

The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

Benefits:

• Health & Wellness: 100% employer‑paid healthcare and pet insurance
• Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year‑end bonuses
• Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non‑exempt employees
• Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.