Welder

ATSC IES INC•Gilbert, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) in Gilbert, Arizona, is seeking an experienced Welder. ATSC’s product lines include C4ISR systems, Air Drop Delivery Systems, and Lighter Than Air systems. The Welder fabricates, repairs, and modifies metal components and assemblies using welding and cutting techniques, following technical drawings, specifications, or customer-provided samples. Work may take place in the shop or in field environments. When welding projects are not active, the position supports general production tasks. Applicants must complete a welding pretest and bring their own welding PPE, including gloves, leathers, and a helmet. Work is primarily performed in a warehouse or fabrication shop, with possible work in limited-air-conditioning indoor spaces, outdoor areas, hot or cold desert environments, and inclement weather. The role requires physical activity, including standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 60 pounds. Required PPE includes welding leathers, gloves, a helmet, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional welding experience.
Provide a portfolio or work samples.
Proficiency in TIG, MIG, Arc, gas welding, and related techniques.
Experience using manual and automated fabrication tools, such as saws, grinders, calipers, and squares.
Experience with material handling equipment (MHE), hydraulic presses, ironworkers, metal shears, metal benders, and pneumatic/electric drills.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, welding symbols, and documentation.
Knowledge of welding safety standards and willingness to wear required PPE.
Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
Solid math skills for measurements, layout, and fabrication.
Proficiency in English reading, writing, and speaking.
Complete a welding pretest.
Bring personal welding PPE, including welding gloves, leathers, and a helmet.
Able to lift up to 60 pounds and perform the physical activities described for the role.

Nice To Haves

Professional Welding Certification (AWS) is preferred.
MIG certification is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Perform welding, cutting, and metal fabrication work in shop and field environments as required.
Read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, blueprints, welding symbols, measurements, and fabrication instructions.
Repair and modify military and commercial equipment using appropriate welding processes.
Use oxygen/acetylene, carbon arc, and plasma cutting tools to cut, shape, or dismantle metal components.
Select welding processes, equipment, and parameters based on material type and job requirements.
Prepare components for welding by cutting materials, aligning parts, and clamping assemblies.
Weld components using manual and semiautomatic processes in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
Calibrate welding tools and equipment in accordance with Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
Inspect welds and completed assemblies for compliance with technical specifications and quality requirements.
Operate and maintain fabrication tools, including grinders, sanders, drills, needle guns, saws, and shears.
Maintain welding and shop equipment in safe working condition.
Support additional production activities when welding projects are not active.
Perform other duties as assigned.