Overview
AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries. The MIG and TIG Welder is responsible for operating equipment to assemble mechanical structures with precision and repairing products that do not meet customer needs.
Responsibilities
- Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade.
- Operate and/or use forklift, cranes, hoists, slings, grinders, cutting torches, hand tools, drills, punches, and instruments of measurement.
- Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Fill holes, cut, contour, and bevel metal plates and structural shapes to specified dimensions.
- Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or splatter using hand scrapers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment.
- Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts as necessary.
- TIG and MIG weld components using various materials such as Aluminum, Steel, and Invar.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associates or Technical School preferred.
- One to three years experience with MIG and TIG welding and fabrication processes.
- Welding Certificates.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and measuring devices.
- Clear and effective communication skills in both written and spoken forms.
- Ability to analyze and diagnose problems and work independently to solve them.
Benefits
Additional Information
- Must be able to work 4:30pm – 1:30am along with any required overtime, which may include weekends.
- Night shift premium offered ($2/hr).
- This position may require a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
- This position may involve travel up to 10% of the time.