Welder-Fitter
About The Position
As a Welder Fitter at Karman Space & Defense, you will perform welding and fitting tasks to meet or exceed customer and quality requirements. You will support the Quality Management System, contribute to product conformity and safety, and work with the Weld Shop Supervisor to manage time, equipment, and resources. The role also includes maintaining an organized work area, supporting current work assignments, and contributing to continuous improvement and Karman’s standards for excellence. This position is part of the Space and Launch business, which delivers solutions supporting space operations, including launch vehicle subsystems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic and interstage systems, and payload protection and deployment. The position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Welding experience, as determined by Karman, including Metal Inert Gas (MIG), Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG), and Flux Core welding.
- Thorough understanding of weld procedures and specifications.
- Thorough understanding of weld machines, preparations, setups, and practices.
- Excellent blueprint interpretation skills.
- Ability to use inspection hand tools.
- Ability to fit both simple and complex assemblies.
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and possesses excellent communication skills.
- Ability to communicate directly with internal customers.
- Trained in applicable changes and customer requirements.
- Knowledge of the Quality Management System’s reporting, record-keeping, and instruction-following processes.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws.
Responsibilities
- Perform welding and fitting of products to meet or exceed customer and quality requirements.
- Support and follow procedures and policies aligned with the Quality Management System.
- Manage time, equipment, and resources with guidance from the Weld Shop Supervisor.
- Explain the role within the Quality Management System and contribute to product conformity and safety.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Schedule time and equipment in support of current work assignments.
- Provide training and methods of fitting and welding as required by the Weld Shop Supervisor.
- Develop shop aids and weld fixtures to assist with daily requirements.
- Notify the Weld Shop Supervisor when equipment requires repair.
- Report improvements and recommendations affecting quality or schedule to the Weld Shop Supervisor.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
