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Overview

We are seeking a skilled Welder / Fitter to support the fabrication and assembly of metal components and welded structures at a leading company in the Aerospace industry. This role requires experience with TIG and MIG welding processes, the ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret basic blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
  • Fit, assemble, and weld components according to specifications.
  • Assist Journeyman Welders with fabrication and assembly projects.
  • Perform TIG and MIG welding on various materials and assemblies.
  • Use welding fixtures, jigs, and measuring tools to ensure accurate assembly.
  • Operate hand grinders and other fabrication tools to prepare and finish welded parts.
  • Perform quality checks to verify weld integrity and dimensional accuracy.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all safety procedures.
  • Support fabrication activities as directed by supervisors or lead personnel.
  • Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment, or completion of a recognized welding trade school.
  • Experience with TIG and MIG welding processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and blueprints.
  • Experience assisting with fabrication and assembly of components from engineering specifications.
  • Familiarity with hand and power tools, including grinders and measuring instruments.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

  • 1st Shift – Monday – Thursday (6:00am – 4:30pm)
  • 2nd Shift – Monday – Thursday (4:00pm – 2:30am)
  • Days: Monday-Friday

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO
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How this job compares in El Cajon, CA

Pay in context

At roughly $30/hr, this posting comes in about 14% below the $35/hr median for welding jobs across California, where the middle half runs $28–$47/hr across 408 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 33% 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 El Cajon, CA

El Cajon, CA currently has 5 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 3 employers. 1 of them was added in the last week. Across California as a whole we're tracking 553 other active welding openings from 252 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in El Cajon, or widen the search to California.

Jobot currently has 8 other openings live in California, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (34), Honeywell Aerospace (21), and Aerotek (17). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Redondo Beach at $72/hr, El Segundo at $58/hr, and Torrance at $47/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG and TIG work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. 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.

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