Electron Beam (EB) Welder and Heat Treat Operator – 2nd Shift

Pursuit Aerospace • Stuart, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking an experienced Electron Beam (EB) Welder with additional expertise in heat treatment and X-ray inspection. The ideal candidate will be responsible for high-precision electron beam welding operations while ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards. Secondary responsibilities include supporting heat treatment processes and performing X-ray inspections to verify weld and material integrity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in welding, weld visual inspection, and/or NDT preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electron beam welding, heat treat, and/or X-ray inspection.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an aerospace or high-precision manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, specifications, and weld symbols.
• Knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, and other aerospace quality standards.
• Ability to operate specialized welding, heat treatment, and X-ray equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and blueprints.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before employees in the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Have the knowledge of and/or the ability to learn shop geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram forms.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane, pallet jack, and fork truck to support assigned operations.
• Clean and prepare aerospace parts prior to EB weld operations.
• Properly load/unload fixtures into EB weld equipment.
• Clean EB weld chamber and weld fixtures to ensure stable processing.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and weld symbols.
• Develop and refine existing programs for EB weld machines.
• Monitor and adjust welding parameters to ensure weld integrity and compliance.
• Conduct inspections to verify weld quality and adherence to aerospace standards.
• Load/unload, operate, and maintain furnaces according to work instructions and industry specifications including fixtures and aerospace parts.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and report equipment issues.
• Ensure proper temperature control and conduct required testing.
• Maintain accurate records and assist in failure investigations as needed.
• Load/unload parts and fixtures onto x-ray vault rotary table.
• Perform radiographic inspections on welded and heat-treated components.
• Interact with certified NDT personnel to interpret X-ray images and identify defects and non-conformities.
• Document findings and collaborate with quality engineers for resolution.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry regulations and company standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support process improvements and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all required documentation is accurately completed.
• Assist in customer and regulatory audits as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees