Tig Welder

TIG Welder/Fabricator

Join a dynamic and growing defense manufacturing team as a highly skilled TIG Welder/Fabricator. This role is centered on precision TIG welding, fit-up, fabrication, weld preparation, grinding, and finishing of structural and mechanical components used in defense-related products. You will work in a fast-paced environment, performing complex welds while ensuring high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG (GTAW) welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components.
• Complete weld preparation, fit-up, tack welding, and assembly prior to final welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Execute full penetration welds, multi-pass welds, and cosmetic welds to specification.
• Grind, blend, clean, and finish weldments to quality standards.
• Perform fabrication, layout, measuring, cutting, and assembly operations.
• Inspect welds for defects and ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain defense manufacturing quality standards and documentation requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process efficiency efforts.

Essential Skills

• Precision TIG Welding
• Aluminum Welding
• Stainless Steel Welding
• Structural Welding
• Fabrication
• Fit-Up
• Tack Welding
• Weld Preparation
• Blueprint Reading
• Weld Symbols
• Weld Inspection
• Multi-Pass Welding
• Full Penetration Welds

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Spray Arc MIG welding is highly desired.
• Knowledge of GMAW, Flux Core, FCAW, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Familiarity with structural fabrication and assembly.
• Competence in grinding, finishing, and quality inspection.

Embrace the opportunity to work in an innovative environment that values precision and high-quality standards. Benefit from a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency, contributing to defense manufacturing excellence.

Work in a fast-paced, ITAR-compliant environment focused on defense, aerospace, and military programs. Utilize state-of-the-art welding and fabrication equipment to produce components for weapons systems, ground support equipment, armor systems, and more. Experience the fulfillment of contributing to vital government contracts while adhering to Mil-Spec standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL. The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.