Welder I

ASRC Federal; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal is seeking a Welder I to support the US Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center in Warren, Michigan. The role involves welding, fabrication, and assembly of prototype vehicle structures under engineers’ direction.

The candidate will perform GMAW, GTAW, SMAW and various cutting processes, read drawings, and ensure conformance with AWS and GCV welding codes. Must be a US citizen and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and a 2-year technical program.
• Minimum 3 years related welding/fabrication experience.
• Pass an AWS and Ground Combat Vehicle Welding Code test.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, fabrication, sheet metal, and assembly for vehicle structures and platforms.
• Weld ferrous and non-ferrous materials using GMAW, GTAW, and SMAW; cut using Oxy-Acetylene or Plasma.
• Interpret drawings and adjust work to meet engineering specifications.
• Follow safety, environmental and ISO 14001 standards.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

2-year technical certification

Tools

GMAW

GTAW

SMAW

Oxy-Acetylene

Plasma cutting

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 AM

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are atop veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

Welder I to support the US ARMY Ground Vehicle Systems Centerin Warren, Michigan.

ASRC Federal Advanced Research (AFAR) is a premier provider of technical and mission-orientedservices with contracts supporting federal government agencies. Our team of professional managementand technical personnel allows us to bring real-world experience to meet the growing demand forinnovative solutions to complex military ground vehicle challenges.

Overview:

The Welder will assist in the areas of joining metals, assisting the Government engineers andtechnicians in the design, development, and fabrication of prototype vehicle structures andplatforms utilizing drawings from levels of sketches to full production drawings in order toproduce required prototypes.

Duties

• Perform the following required welder-fabricator functions: welding, mechanics, fabrication, sheetmetal, assembly, analysis and troubleshooting in the assembly or modification of existing vehiclesor platforms.
• Assist in the area of welding ferrous and non-ferrous materials ranging from 1/8" to unlimitedthickness using the following welding processes: electric, acetylene, and inert gas shieldedwelding processes: Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and ShieldedMetal Arc Welding (SMAW).
• Use the following cutting processes: Oxy/Acetylene, Plasma, and Carbon Arc Gouging. In the additionthe contractor shall perform numerous types of weld joints using flat, vertical, horizontal, andoverhead positions.
• Weld various types of armored steel and metal alloys.
• Pass an onsite test to ensure qualification level is In Accordance With (IAW) American Welding Society (AWS) and The Ground Combat Vehicle Welding Code for:
• AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code for Aluminum.
  The Ground Combat Vehicle Welding Code for Steel 12479550.
• The Ground Combat Vehicle Welding Code for Aluminum 12472301
• Possess extensive knowledge in fabrication and welding to create the following:
• Vehicle hull structures and turrets
• Armor cabs for trucks and construction equipment
• Add on armor plates and stand offs for existing vehicles
• Add on armor for wheeled and trackedvehicles
• Modifications of hulls, turrets, cabs and structures to accept new mount on technologies
• Utilize knowledge of inspection procedures and techniques to determine conformance with applicable
  engineering documentation (i.e., drawings, specifications, standards, etc.).
• Collaborate with other labor functions within TARDEC in developing work pieces from limited
  information (reverse engineering in some cases) to demonstrate a concept or a principle.
• Capable of standing all day and lifting 45 lbs.
• Follow all safety, regulatory and environmental/hazardous standards IAW ISO 14001.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent, certificate from a 2 year technical school or completion of anapprenticeship program leading to a Journeyman status with certifications in the areas of joining different types of materials required along with a minimum of 3 years related experience.

Clearance

• Must be a US citizen
• Pass a US Government background check

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Aff…

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.