Staff Technician, Welder (R5113)
Dallas, Texas On-site
$70,720–$106,080 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The L4 Staff Welder is a senior-level fabrication specialist responsible for precision welding, prototype development, and low-volume aerospace hardware fabrication in a fast-paced R&D and prototype manufacturing environment. This role supports engineering teams in building flight-critical and mission-critical components using advanced welding techniques and aerospace-grade materials. The ideal candidate combines expert welding craftsmanship with strong problem-solving skills, blueprint interpretation, and collaboration in prototype development cycles. Aerospace prototype welders are commonly expected to work with TIG/GTAW processes, interpret engineering drawings with GD&T, and support AS9100-quality environments.
What you'll bring
- High school diploma or GED required
- 8+ years of precision welding experience in aerospace, motorsports, defense, or prototype manufacturing environments.
- Expert-level TIG/GTAW welding proficiency.
- Experience welding thin-wall tubing and precision assemblies.
- Ability to pass aerospace weld qualification tests in multiple positions and materials.
- Strong understanding of metallurgy, weld distortion control, heat management, and fixturing.
- Ability to read complex engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Experience with aerospace inspection requirements and quality systems.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional engineering environments.
- AWS D17.1 or equivalent aerospace welding certification.
- Experience with pressure vessels, propulsion systems, fluid systems, or flight hardware.
- Familiarity with vacuum, leak-check, or clean-room fabrication requirements.