Welder

Job Title: Welder

 Job Description

This role performs Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) on aircraft parts and assemblies, fabricating and repairing metal components to precise tolerances using stainless steel, aluminum, and other metal alloys. You will contribute to the safe and reliable performance of aircraft components by producing high-quality welds and accurate repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) on aircraft parts and assemblies in accordance with specifications and quality standards.

• Fabricate and repair metal components using stainless steel, aluminum, and various metal alloys to meet required tolerances.

• Strike and maintain welding arcs to achieve correct depth of fusion and proper bead formation.

• Inspect welds and components during and after welding to ensure accuracy, structural integrity, and compliance with requirements.

• Conduct minor repair operations, including Helicoil installation, flushing, grit blasting, and vapor degreasing.

• Repair cracks, broken parts, and fill holes in aircraft components using appropriate welding and repair techniques.

• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment while operating welding and related equipment.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly handle tools, materials, and equipment.

• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to prioritize work and meet production schedules.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of welding experience.

• Hands-on experience with Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG).

• Ability to weld stainless steel and aluminum components.

• Skill in striking and maintaining welding arcs to achieve correct depth of fusion and bead formation.

• Ability to fabricate and repair metal components to precise tolerances.

• Capability to repair cracks, broken parts, and fill holes in metal components.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.

• Ability to follow technical instructions, safety guidelines, and standard operating procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with various metal alloys in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with minor repair operations such as Helicoil installation, flushing, grit blasting, and vapor degreasing.

• Comfort working on aircraft parts or other precision components where accuracy and quality are critical.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with experienced colleagues.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, experienced team where most colleagues have many years of tenure, providing a strong environment for learning and mentorship. The role offers a consistent first-shift schedule, supporting work-life balance and predictable hours. You will work in a setting that values long-term growth, practical skills development, and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.

Work Environment

This position is part of a 21-person department, offering a close-knit and collaborative atmosphere with significant experience to learn from. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., on a first-shift only basis. The environment involves hands-on work with welding equipment, metal components, and processes such as grit blasting and vapor degreasing. The dress code is casual and practical, typically jeans, a t-shirt, and closed-toe shoes, suitable for a production and fabrication setting focused on safety and comfort.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wellington, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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 Wellington,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.