Welder 2

Ascent Aerospace, LLC; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

PTO

401k Match

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Santa Ana is seeking a Welder to perform MIG/TIG welding on steel, aluminum, and Invar 36 parts. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a welding certificate. Responsibilities include setting up welding machines, reading blueprints, and ensuring safety in the workspace. Competitive benefits include medical and vision insurance, 401k match, and PTO. Evening shift work is required.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with steel, aluminum, and/or Invar 36.
• Ability to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• MIG/TIG weld steel, aluminum, and Invar 36 components.
• Set up welding machines based on job specifications.
• Repair broken or damaged parts.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Ability to read blueprints

Knowledge of machines and tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certificate from a college or technical school

Job description

Posted Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under shop supervision Welder 2 is responsible for fitting and welding of steel, aluminum and Invar 36 parts using a MIG/TIG process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Works second shift from 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM as part of regular assigned duties, ensuring consistent coverage and operational continuity during evening and overnight hours.
• Set up welding machines based on the specifications of the job.
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements.
• MIG/TIG weld steel, aluminum and Invar 36 components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings.
• Repair broken or damaged parts.
• Fabricate and revise fixtures, jigs, gauges, hand apples and special tooling and components.
• Keep work area clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities.
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:
• High school diploma or GED
• 3 – 5 years of relevant work experience
• Completion of a Welding certificate from a college or Technical School
• Experience with Steel, aluminum and/or Invar 36
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding required.
• Knowledge of machines and tools
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, and tape measures.
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Forklift/crane certification and experience
• Ability to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends when necessary.
• Has confidence in leading processes, projects and looks for opportunities.
• Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require more out of the area and overnight travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee daily while performing the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles.
• The employee may be exposed to vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knows that safety shoes are required in the manufacturing area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free [phone]. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.