Job Description

Overview

Ferco Aerospace is seeking a skilled TIG Welder who values precision and craftsmanship in aerospace manufacturing. The role involves working on complex components with a focus on quality standards and detailed specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Perform precision TIG welding on stainless steel and Inconel aerospace components.
  • Weld sheet material ranging approximately from 0.035" to 0.250" thickness.
  • Set up welding equipment and select appropriate filler wire, materials, and parameters based on job requirements.
  • Prepare parts for welding through cutting, grinding, cleaning, fitting, and other fabrication processes.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, job routers, and specifications.
  • Produce welds that meet dimensional, visual, and quality requirements.
  • Inspect work throughout the welding process and make necessary adjustments.
  • Maintain proper weld quality while working efficiently and meeting production expectations.
  • Safely operate grinders, hand tools, and other equipment for fabrication and weld preparation.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
  • Follow all company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
  • Work independently while supporting team and department needs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Previous TIG welding experience is required.
  • Experience welding stainless steel, Inconel, or other specialty alloys strongly preferred.
  • Ability to weld thin-gauge material with accuracy and consistency.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and detailed work instructions.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work with limited supervision.
  • Willingness to learn new processes, materials, and techniques.
  • Ability to accept feedback and continuously improve welding skills.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Previous aerospace or precision manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • 1st Shift & Training: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
  • 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m.
  • Overtime may be required based on production needs.

Benefits

401k
PTO

How this job compares in US, US

Pay in context

At roughly $21/hr, this posting comes in about 26% below the $29/hr median for welding jobs in US, US, where the middle half runs $25–$32/hr across 26 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 12% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. That gap is worth raising directly — in a market this size there is normally room to negotiate toward the median, particularly if you already hold the certifications the posting asks for.

The local market in US, US

We're tracking 26 other active welding openings in US, US right now, from 24 different employers. 5 of them were added in the last week. Across US as a whole we're tracking 26 other active welding openings from 24 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in US.

The most active employers in US at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Blue Origin (2) and Valmont Industries (2). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for TIG. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

See all TIG welder openings if you want to compare this against similar roles.

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