Welder (IMD)

Amentum; Fort Polk South (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Fort Polk South, Louisiana is seeking a precision welder to support small/prototype fabrication, performing expert metal welding and cutting within tight tolerances.

You will weld various metals, fabricate parts, read blueprints, and maintain certifications. The role requires at least seven years of direct welding experience, English literacy, a high school diploma, and the ability to operate CNC equipment. Travel and security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years direct welding experience or equivalent training.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical training preferred.
• Ability to obtain facility credentials and maintain security clearance if required.
• Must read and understand English; able to write routine reports.

Responsibilities

• Weld metals to tight tolerances (0.005 inches) per blueprints and work orders.
• Weld and assemble components for machine parts, equipment, and assemblies.
• Perform cutting, grinding, repairs, and dimensional adjustments as needed.
• Operate CNC equipment and review engineering drawings for quality.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and procedural standards.

Skills

7+ years welding experience

English literacy

Teamwork

Credential readiness

Driver's license

Security clearance suitability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; technical training

Tools

Precision sheet metal welding

TIG welding (high vacuum)

SMAW welding

Soldering

CNC equipment operation

Job description

Performs precision welding functions supporting small/prototype fabrication efforts. Conducts expert metal welding and cutting within exact, specific tolerances.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Weld various types of metals, generally holding tolerances within 0.005 inches.
• Welds metal components together to fabricate or repair products, such as machine parts, plant equipment, mobile homes, motors and generators, according to layouts, blueprints or work orders, using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment
• Welds metal parts together, using both gas welding or brazing and any combination of arc welding processes, performs related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding, repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes and increases size of metal parts, positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal products preparatory to welding
• May locate and repair cracks in industrial engine cylinder heads, using inspection equipment and gas torch, may perform repairs only and be required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards of governmental agencies or professional and technical associations
• Properly operate machine shop equipment with optimum use of raw materials.
• Analyze engineering designs to solve or provide insight into metal structural issues.
• Hold or obtain appropriate industry certifications.
• Research innovations from external sources and applies to internal projects or processes.
• Create new methods and procedures to achieve work goals.

Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Vocational/technical training beyond high school.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of direct job-experience , or an equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and hands-on experience.
• Operating knowledge of precision sheet metal welding, high vacuum tungsten inert gas welding, shielded metal arc welding, soldering and operating knowledge of CNC equipment is required
• Must have or be able to obtain licenses/certifications as needed to perform duties.
• Must have a valid and current state driver’s license.
• Must be able to operate a government general-purpose vehicle
• May be required to obtain and maintain a forklift license
• Must be able to complete paperwork associated with the position as required
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, complex environment
• Must be able to read and understand Technical Manuals, Technical Bulletins, Army Regulations and Department of the Army Pamphlets
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have an ability to meet physical demands and pass any related medical examination requirements required to perform daily assigned tasks
• Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.
• May need the ability to obtain and maintain a government Common Access Card (CAC)
• Position may require travel.
• Ability to work in a team environment

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. with or without accommodation.
• Must utilize all proper lifting procedures and practices.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to climb in and out of vehicles of various sizes and heights
• Must be able to work under pressure and strenuous conditions.
• Must be able to meet short suspense dates.
• Must be able to conduct work in the out-of-doors area with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions (i.e. extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain and blowing dust).
• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of stooping; climbing; standing; and sitting for long periods of uninterrupted time.
• May require shift work.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• During the usual work period, the worker may be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety

Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance

Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Compensation Details:

$27.87

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

11/11/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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