Job Description
Job Description
Highly Experienced and Skilled Welder / Fabricator
About the Role
We're seeking a highly experienced and skilled Welder / Fabricator to join our defense manufacturing team. This is an opportunity to apply your mastery of welding and fabrication techniques on critical aerospace and defense projects that demand precision, quality, and expertise. We recognize and reward exceptional talent! Your expertise in precision welding and fabrication is valuable, and we offer competitive pay rates that reflect the specialized nature of defense manufacturing work.
What You'll Do
Our Welder / Fabricators are responsible for fabricating and welding metal components to exact specifications for defense and aerospace applications. Your expertise will be essential in producing high-quality products that meet stringent military and industry standards.
Core Responsibilities
- Perform advanced fabrication operations including forming, shaping, cutting, notching, and welding on medium to heavy fabrications
- Execute high-quality MIG and TIG welds in multiple positions (1G through 6G) on various materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
- Produce leak-proof pipe joints with minimal reinforcement per ASME Section IX standards
- Minimize distortion and warping through expert heat management techniques
- Design and utilize custom fixtures to ensure product conformance
- Conduct visual inspections to verify welds meet AWS and NAVSEA code requirements
- Use precision measuring tools to mark and verify dimensions throughout fabrication
- Train and mentor team members on advanced techniques
- Produce conforming products with minimal supervision and repairs
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GEDUS citizenship (required for defense work)Demonstrated mastery in fabrication and welding with proven ability to layout, fitup, and produce conforming productsAWS D1.1 certification or ASME Section IX certificationCarbon steel MIG / TIG welding proficiency in 1G through 3G positionsAbility to pass written examination covering mathematics, blueprint reading, trigonometry, and AWS code definitionsAbility to pass practical MIG and TIG welding skills evaluationHighly Desirable Skills
AWS D1.1 certification for sheet metal or structural fabricationCarbon steel 6G welding capability (MIG / TIG)Stainless steel welding experience (1G to 3G)Aluminum welding with AWS B1.2 certificationASME Section IX pipe welding certificationExperience with NAVSEA 278 or 1688 specificationsAWS 17.1 aerospace fabrication experienceAWS D1.3 sheet metal certificationVisual weld inspection skills per AWS and NAVSEA acceptance criteriaStrong communication skills for training and mentoringPhysical Requirements
This position requires :
Ability to stand and walk for entire 10-12 hour shiftsCapability to lift and carry materials up to 50 poundsExtensive bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouchingAbility to work at various heights including ladders and scaffoldingStrong hand and arm strength for operating heavy toolsFine motor control for precise welding operationsAbility to work in confined spaces when necessaryCapability to wear PPE including welding helmets, respirators, and safety harnesses for extended periodsWork Environment
You'll work in a defense manufacturing facility with state-of-the-art welding stations, cutting equipment, and heavy machinery. The environment includes :
Exposure to welding fumes, metal dust, and sparks (proper ventilation and safety equipment provided)High noise levels from cutting and grinding operationsTemperature variations due to welding heatOverhead cranes and material handling equipmentWork performed under strict aerospace and defense quality standardsPotential handling of materials for classified defense projectsShift work and overtime may be required to meet contract deadlinesEqual Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V
All applicants will be considered for this position based upon experience and knowledge, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital, disabled or veteran status. GTC is committed to creating and maintaining a workforce environment that is free from any form of discrimination or harassment.