Welder II

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity :

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Welder II for 2nd shift to join our aerospace manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will perform core welding work, ensure precision welding of aerospace components, and adhere to strict quality standards. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Location : Newburyport, MA. This position is 100% onsite.

Responsibilities :

Operate TIG, MIG, and other welding equipment safely and effectively.

• Maintain and care for welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
• Identify and troubleshoot welding defects and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and team members to optimize welding processes and production flow.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and adhere to production documentation requirements.
• Perform precision welding on thin stainless-steel parts ranging from 0.020" to 0.125" in thickness.
• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions to produce components that meet exact specifications.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, strength, and appearance, making adjustments as necessary to ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain and care for welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
• Check welds visually and dimensionally with precision measuring instruments for conformance to blueprints and specifications
• Responsible for the manufacture and maintenance of component parts and fixtures as required
• Inspect completed work with a variety of measuring equipment such as height gages, micrometers, verniers, dial indicators and CNC coordinate inspection machine.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Welding certification (e.g., AWS or equivalent).
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing or production environment.
• Proven experience in precision welding, preferably with thin stainless steel or similar materials.
• Proficiency in TIG, MIG, and other welding techniques applicable to thin-gauge metals.
• Strong ability to work with high accuracy and maintain tight tolerances.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy and welding properties of stainless steel.
• Familiarity with welding codes and standards (e.g., AWS).
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Required Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate required.
• 3-5 years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR / EAR regulations.

Working Conditions :

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Compensation :

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $50,000-$70,000 annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, and geographic location.

Benefits :

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Acknowledgements :

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.