Aerospace Welding Technician (ET3)

Amentum • Huntsville, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the Amentum Space Exploration Division’s work with the NASA EM32 Welding & Manufacturing team under the ESSCA contract to the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Engineering Directorate. The primary focus is manufacturing large aluminum aerospace structures using fusion welding and friction stir welding processes.

The technician performs welding and fabrication operations and works with engineers and scientists under the guidance of a higher-level technician. The role applies and develops skills across engineering and scientific disciplines, uses defined test and inspection techniques, interprets drawings, plans, and specifications, identifies and corrects deficiencies under appropriate guidance, and prepares inspection and test reports and related documentation.

The position is performed on-site at NASA/Marshall Space Flight Center in an office and industrial welding/manufacturing laboratory and machine-shop environment. The normal workday is 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Minimal overtime may be required. Infrequent travel may be necessary.

Requirements

• Typically, a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent and at least 4 years of experience, or an associate’s degree.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and have a STAR ID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain permission to operate customer-owned vehicles for work activities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance, and complete company defensive driving training.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain customer safety certifications in welding safety, respirator (non-SCBA), overhead crane/hoist operation, rigging, forklift operation, and aerial lift operation.
• Demonstrated experience performing Gas Tungsten Arc Welding and/or Variable Polarity Plasma Arc welding on aerospace materials, using manual and mechanized techniques.
• Experience must involve aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, superalloys, and/or titanium.
• Must be able to work hands-on with machine tool-like equipment involving electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical components and systems.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, make rational decisions, and exercise good judgment.
• Must be able to perform the physical duties described, including work in a laboratory environment with required personal protective equipment and lifting or maneuvering materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with aluminum alloys 2219 and 2195 is preferred.
• Previous experience with NASA-STD-5006, “General Fusion Welding Requirements for Aerospace Materials Used in Flight Hardware.”
• Previous experience with MSFC-SPEC-3679, “Process Specification – Welding Aerospace Hardware.”
• Previous experience with ANSI/AWS D17.1/D17.1M:2010-AMD1, “Specification for Fusion Welding for Aerospace Applications.”

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication operations for aerospace structures.
• Manufacture large aluminum aerospace structures using fusion welding and friction stir welding processes.
• Work with engineers and scientists under the guidance of a higher-level technician across engineering and scientific disciplines.
• Apply defined test and inspection techniques to engineering work.
• Interpret drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Identify and correct deficiencies in methods and practices under the guidance of an engineer, scientist, or higher-level technician.
• Prepare and present inspection and test reports and related documentation.
• Work hands-on with machine tool-like equipment involving electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical components and systems.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Health and welfare payment for each hour worked, subject to SCA provisions and selected fringe benefits
• Wellness programs
• Employee perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree