Mid-Level TIG Welder (Day Shift)

About the role

JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities. The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.

Full-time/Permanent position located in Hollywood, MD.

Schedule

Day Shift: 6:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Thursday and 6:00 am–3:00 pm Friday. Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and other shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG weld methods based on project requirements.
• Read and interpret project plans, blueprints, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform tasks.
• Create fixturing for production welding environments.
• Maintain current AWS D17.1 certification (aluminum, carbon steel, or stainless steel).

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Secret government clearance.
• High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of experience as a commercial/aerospace welder.
• Current and valid welding certification(s) a plus.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for schematics and drawings.
• Experience with OrCAD (preferred) or similar EDA tools (e.g., Altium) for PCB development.
• Good knowledge and understanding of heat applications and heat absorbents during welding operations to prevent warpage of parts.
• General knowledge of shop practices including layout, drilling, sawing, grinding, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs on a daily basis.
• Must wear approved PPE (personal protective equipment).

Pay

Final salary is influenced by factors including Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.