Job Description

Overview

Sigma Defense is seeking a Welding Lead to supervise welding activities, oversee weld quality, and ensure the structural integrity of mechanical components in a maintenance environment. This contingent position is subject to the successful awarding of a contract.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee welding and fabrication activities involving various alloys.
  • Assign work, monitor progress, and provide technical guidance to welders and mechanics.
  • Ensure compliance with approved procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.
  • Implement and maintain a robust welding quality control program.
  • Conduct inspections to verify that welded joints and structural repairs meet quality criteria.
  • Ensure all welding work aligns with NAVSEA welding requirements and technical standards.
  • Guide welders in proper welding techniques and equipment settings.
  • Identify metallurgical defects and implement corrective actions.
  • Utilize NDT certifications to perform or oversee inspections and verify weld soundness.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of NDT results and inspection records.
  • Identify quality issues related to welding processes and implement improvements.
  • Enforce welding safety protocols and conduct safety checks on equipment.
  • Provide training, mentoring, and certification support to welders and maintenance personnel.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in maintenance, repair, or modification on aircraft or U.S. Navy shipboard mechanical systems.
  • 5+ years of supervisory experience leading welding or mechanical repair efforts.
  • Strong background in structural, mechanical, and fabrication-related maintenance.
  • Current NAVSEA Welding Certifications for Aluminum, Stainless steel, and Inconel.
  • Current Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) certifications.
  • Expertise in welding metallurgy, techniques, and quality control practices.
  • Experience implementing and managing welding quality control programs.
  • Ability to evaluate weld conditions and ensure structural integrity.
  • Strong understanding of quality principles related to welded components.
  • Proven ability to lead welding teams and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with quality assurance personnel and engineers.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Formal welding training or equivalent experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

Benefits

Dental
Vision
Health Insurance
401k
PTO