Welder II (1st Shift)

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity: A Welder joining Pursuit Aero space will be part of a talented group of aerospace welders who specialize in GTAW (TIG) welding. The clean and air-conditioned environment combined with using up to date Miller electric machines make for a comfortable day to day experience that is built around producing high quality aerospace engine components. You will work hand in hand with sheet metal mechanics and engineers to properly fit up and weld multiple different components. Majority of the time is spent in the weld booth but will also require some time spent working with the details prior to welding or post welding.

Location: Eastford CT

This is a full-time role 7:00 am to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday with occasional weekends.

Responsibilities:

• Welding on various alloys including but not limited to, Stainless, Nickle and T
• Completing Fillet and Groove welds in multiple different positions
• Light sheet metal work includes fit up and correction that is directly related to welding
• Working with engineers to improve processes and or development
• Completing work in line with our quality system
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Capable of managing the workload with minimum direction

Required Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of TIG welding experience
• Ability to pass groove weld tests during interview
• Able to read welding call outs on blueprints

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years GTAW specific work experience.
• 2 years of sheet metal manufacturing experience.
• Aerospace specific work experience.
• Welding school or other applicable schooling

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to pass an eye exam
• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment

• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.