Mechanic Welder/Mechanic Welder, Jr. Surge Worker

About the role

Sierra Lobo provides professional and technical capabilities including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies, and develops products related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Customers include the Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency, and NASA. This is a temporary‑full‑time position expected to last up to 60 working days, located at NASA’s White Sands Test Facility in the Technical Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical knowledge to solve problems that cannot be solved solely by reference to manufacturer’s manuals or similar documents.
• Possess basic (Jr) or advanced (Welder) knowledge of various fabrication equipment (bender, shear, metal worker, grinders, hand tools, etc.).
• Have basic (Jr) or advanced (Welder) knowledge of various alloys and prepare materials for welding.
• Possess technical knowledge and skills in all areas of welding and fabrication, including GTAW, SMAW, GMAW welding; oxygen‑acetylene and plasma cutting; fitting; and layout.
• Perform basic layout work and tack work for welders (Jr) or prepare materials, select proper procedures, set up and operate all types of welding equipment for fabrication, modification, installation, and repair of buildings, equipment, site installations, components, vehicles, etc. (Welder).
• Work well with others and provide quality, timely welding support services in a team environment (Welder).
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work area.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

Requirements

• Mechanic Welder, Jr.: minimum of two (2) years applicable welding experience or training; must pass SMAW qualification in 1G & 2G positions on plate prior to hire.
• Mechanic Welder: minimum of seven (7) years applicable welding experience or training.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license (must be maintained).
• Pass a physical examination per WSTF requirements for the job classification.
• Meet certification requirements, if applicable, as specified in the White Sands Training Database (WSTD).