FRA Generator Shop Welder, Fabricator and Painter-Kuwait(secret clearance)

General Dynamics Information Technology

3d • $59,500 - $80,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Generator Shop Welder, Fabricator, and Painter performs welding, metal fabrication, and painting operations on military and commercial generator systems. The role includes fabricating custom panels and enclosures from stock metal, structurally repairing generator housings, preventing corrosion, and applying military-grade coatings such as CARC. The technician supports equipment overhaul, modification, and readiness operations.

The work is conducted in generator repair shops, fabrication bays, or field environments. Conditions may include exposure to welding fumes, paint vapors, abrasive blasting media, noise, heat, and heavy equipment. Required PPE includes a welding helmet, gloves, leathers, respirators, and safety eyewear. The employee must comply with OSHA, EPA, fire regulations, host-nation requirements, and applicable Army and company policies. The position is onsite in an international location, with 10–25% travel and 40 scheduled weekly hours. Worldwide deployment may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of welding, fabrication, or industrial painting experience.
• Skill in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on carbon steel and aluminum.
• Experience fabricating metal components and structures from raw stock.
• Knowledge of CARC coating systems and industrial painting standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Strong safety awareness, including PPE, ventilation, and hazardous-material requirements.
• Ability to work independently in field or shop environments.
• Active U.S. Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to deploy worldwide as required.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must attend and pass all medical requirements for the CRC deployment center process.

Nice To Haves

• Welding certifications are preferred.
• AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, or equivalent welding certification (obtainable).
• CARC Paint Certification (obtainable).
• Respirator Fit Test and HAZMAT/HAZCOM training.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on generator housings, frames, and structural components.
• Fabricate custom metal panels, access covers, reinforcements, brackets, and mounting points from raw stock.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, technical manuals, and fabrication schematics.
• Conduct structural repairs, including crack removal, reinforcement, and metal surface restoration.
• Prepare surfaces for coating using sanding, grinding, chemical cleaning, or abrasive blasting.
• Apply primers, corrosion inhibitors, and CARC coatings to generator components.
• Ensure paint application meets thickness, curing, environmental, and quality standards.
• Support generator modifications through custom fabrication.
• Follow OSHA, EPA, Army, and military welding, fabrication, and painting standards.
• Document work performed according to quality assurance and maintenance procedures.
• Comply with PPE, ventilation, hazardous-material, host-nation, and other applicable safety requirements.
• Complete required medical requirements as part of the CRC deployment center process.

Benefits

• Medical plan options, including options with Health Savings Accounts (for U.S.-based employees).
• Dental plan options (for U.S.-based employees).
• Vision plan (for U.S.-based employees).
• 401(k) plan with company match (for U.S.-based employees).
• Full flex work weeks where possible.
• Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
• International assignments may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED