Machina Labs

Overview

Machina Labs is revolutionizing manufacturing by creating intelligent, software-defined factories that produce complex metal structures from digital designs. The Production Weld Fitter will play a crucial role in the fabrication of metal assemblies for aerospace and defense production, ensuring high-quality workmanship and tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Fit, align, clamp, and tack weld thin-wall components and assemblies.
• Prepare parts and assemblies for GTAW, laser welding, and robotic welding operations.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and inspection requirements.
• Perform precision layout, measurement, trimming, edge prep, and joint preparation prior to welding.
• Build, set up, and use fixtures, jigs, clamps, and tooling to maintain alignment.
• Verify fit-up dimensions using precision inspection tools.
• Support purge setups for sensitive materials.
• Perform tack welding and basic weld operations as required.
• Maintain strict cleanliness standards for aerospace welding.
• Assist welders, manufacturing engineers, and quality personnel with builds and process refinements.
• Maintain accurate documentation in travelers and production records.
• Support robotic welding cell setup and basic equipment care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Mentor junior technicians or welders on fit-up practices.

Requirements

• U.S. person (ITAR/EAR).
• High school diploma or equivalent; welding trade certificate or apprenticeship preferred.
• 2+ years hands-on GTAW in aerospace/defense or equivalent high-spec environment.
• Ability to qualify to AWS D17.1 (Class A/B) and pass visual acuity tests.
• Proficiency reading prints/GD&T; using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and weld gauges.
• Demonstrated skill with thin-wall welding and distortion management.
• Comfortable with digital travelers/MRP and disciplined documentation.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform detailed hands-on work under PPE.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of hand tools, clamps, fixtures, measuring equipment, and shop equipment.
• Occasional overtime or weekend shifts may be required.