Welder A Full-time

About the role

Senior Aerospace SSP is the recognized global leader in high-pressure bleed air ducting systems. We provide "total resource" system solutions for complex ducting requirements, with our components found on most aircraft operating worldwide. We are committed to the highest standards of ethics, safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. At SSP, we believe in building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and most importantly, our employees. We foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Qualify to AWS D17.1 and QOP-62-02 which includes but is not limited to Groups I, II, III, IV, and VI.
• Weld passes visual, radiographic and metallographic examinations.
• Understand all weld symbols and weld specifications.
• Determine sequence of welding operations, tolerances and dimensional requirements and correct relationship of parts.
• Perform difficult gas, inert gas arc or metallic arc welding of any types of metals and their alloys on all surfaces (flat, horizontal, vertical or circular) of product parts and assemblies in compliance with customer and engineering specifications and requirements where procedures are well established and incorrect weldments and parent metal failures can be readily detected and repaired.
• Weld various types of metals and alloys used in the construction of product, parts, assemblies and equipment involving difficult type of welding such as: Thin materials (.010" or lighter to .100”), Thin materials to castings, Thick materials (.101” to .5”), Close to edge (.050" or less) where edge may be readily burned off unless special care is taken, Thick to thin combination, Weld formed parts and assemblies where surface profile, finish and contour is critical, Weld tanks, pressure vessels, piping, and similar items where soundness and penetration of the weld is a vital factor, Weld parts and assemblies where application of heat to surfaces is a prime factor of distortion and warping which must be held to a minimum in order to maintain specified dimensions and tolerances after welding.
• Lay out locations of welds and make own setups as required by written instructions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One of the following certifications must be maintained in accordance with AWS D17.1 and QOP-62-02, in Groups I, II, III, IV or VI.
• Two or more certifications in accordance with AWS D17.1 and QOP-62-02, in Groups I, II, III, IV, or VI and actively welds those materials.

Competencies

• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Departmental job requirements

• Operator must obtain and maintain- SSP Welding Certificate “S” Stamp
• Maintain minimum output of 90%
• Maintain minimum product quality acceptance of 95%

Additional Information

To ensure there is no unexpected delay to your start date with our Company and due to the potential need to obtain an export license, we would like to promptly assess whether such a license is needed to access our facility and/or systems. Such licenses can take several weeks/months to obtain from the U.S. Government. Our Trade Compliance department may reach out to you with a Licensing Assessment form, which we request you kindly complete and return as soon as possible.