**Job Title: TIG Welder** **Job Description** As a TIG Welder, you will be responsible for the fabrication and welding of aerospace tubular, sheet metal, and casting engine components. You will be expected to possess five years of experience in aluminum welding, specifically with tube and duct assemblies ranging from .020 to .040 thickness. Your role will include certification to AWS D17.1 Aerospace Specification, allowing you to manually weld aviation hardware from 0.020” to 0.300” thickness in all positions, using materials such as stainless steel, Inconel, cobalt, and aluminum alloys. **Pay:** + $25 - $40 pending experience and interview **Responsibilities** + Set-up and layout jobs using blueprints, diagrams, and fixtures following welding procedures to TIG weld in all positions, including using rotary turntables for manual welding. + Inspect, maintain, and log preventative maintenance on equipment needed for welding and fabricating. + Set up machines according to work instructions to trim, size, form, inspect, and GTAW (TIG weld) material to meet fabrication drawing requirements. + Review and comply with drawings for final dimensions, weld note callouts, and base and filler material selection. + Perform solvent cleaning, trimming, sizing, and polishing to prepare weld joints for welding. + Execute tack welding and fabricate shop aids and fixtures to assist in fabrication and welding. + Conduct videoscope inspections for root side weld defects. + Carry out visual weld inspection using fillet weld gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and final weld fixtures. + Inspect welds for size, face and root reinforcement, cracks, inclusions, and porosity. + Practice Lean Manufacturing, maintain general housekeeping, and work in a teaming environment adhering to 5S principles. + Ensure daily compliance with customer drawings and specifications to maintain aerospace Quality Standards. + Comply with internal quality system and regulatory requirements. + Maintain qualification for welding certifications. + Clean work area, tools, and equipment at the end of each shift. + Follow all business policies and procedures. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Essential Skills** + Ability to pass TIG welding assessment and become certified on required alloy/joint combinations. + Good attention to detail and eye/hand coordination skills. + Proficiency in mathematical and reading skills. + Capability to interpret specifications, blueprints, and work instructions. + Near vision of Jaeger #2 at 12” and far vision of 20/30 or better in either eye, with or without corrective lenses. + Ability to read, write, and speak English. + Legal authorization to work in the US. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Excellent attendance and punctuality history. + Ability to make decisions based on experience and available data. + Requires minimal supervision to plan and schedule workload according to production schedule to meet manufacturing needs. + Strives to meet or exceed job requirements. **Why Work Here?** Join a company that values precision, skill, and dedication, offering a collaborative work environment that fosters teamwork and continuous improvement. Benefit from comprehensive safety training and equipment, ensuring a safe and healthy workplace. Embrace the opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace companies, contributing to the manufacture of high-quality aerospace parts. **Work Environment** The role is based in a manufacturing and fabrication shop where you may be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, and smoke within permissible exposure levels. Safety training and equipment are provided according to applicable law, industry standards, and company policy. You may occasionally be required to lift weights ranging from 25 to 45 lbs. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valencia, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Valencia,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 5, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.