Tooling Welder - W3509

Boeing•Auburn, WA

5d•$35 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

Tooling Welder - W3509 Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airlines is excited to offer opportunities for a Tooling Welder to join our Welding team in Auburn, Washington. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects where your craftsmanship and technical expertise directly contribute to the creation and maintenance of critical tooling and equipment. You’ll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, precision, and continuous improvement, providing you with the chance to develop your skills while making a tangible impact on the future of aviation manufacturing. You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards and ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and join our mission to deliver excellence in aviation. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).

Requirements

3+ years of experience Welding
1+ years of experience reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, material processes, schematic and diagrams
1+ years of experience working with powered hand tools
Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8-hour shift
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

Welding Certification
3+ years of experience with GTAW (TIG) welding, primarily thin wall aluminum, stainless, and titanium

Responsibilities

Perform certified and qualified welding and thermal cutting to fabricate, repair, rework, and modify jigs, fixtures, dies, tools, handling equipment, and similar items, especially where dimensions and details are non-critical or not specified on drawings
Plan and layout the sequence of work operations to ensure efficient completion of tasks
Successfully complete and maintain all-position pipe performance qualification tests as required by local, state, federal regulations, industry codes, and Boeing policies
Execute Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) in accordance with Boeing Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS). Adjust welding parameters to compensate for variations in material thickness, fit-up, equipment anomalies, and assembly conditions
Perform brazing, oxy-fuel cutting, plasma arc cutting, carbon arc gouging, flame straightening, and flame bending as needed. When WPS is not required, select appropriate electrodes, gas cups, filler metals, and welding parameters based on weld schedules or provided information
Follow drawings, specifications, verbal and written instructions, trade practices, and applicable codes to ensure quality and compliance
Operate shop equipment such as saws, disk grinders, drill presses, and other tools to prepare materials before and after welding. Perform measuring, layout, alignment, cleaning, chipping, grinding, and wire brushing as required
Safely move, lift, and position materials or welded structures using shop lifting equipment like overhead cranes and electric stackers
Fabricate shop aids and holding devices, set up and align work in welding fixtures, and securely block, clamp, or fasten parts as necessary
Plan welding and material fit-up sequences to maximize accessibility, ensuring critical weld areas are completed last on assemblies
Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of welding equipment and work areas; request repairs as needed to keep equipment in optimal condition
Organize and manage welding supplies, preparing requisition lists for materials and equipment as required
Perform additional duties as assigned by team leaders, Tool Maker leads, or supervisors
Assist in identifying and documenting best practices, standardizing processes, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to structural welding