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ArianeGroup

Space launch systems and defense contractor

TIG Orbital Welder - Integration

Welding & Metal FabricationUpdated on Nov 15
Full-timeHardthausen am Kocher, GermanyIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed vocational training as an industrial mechanic or comparable qualification.
  • Three to five years of professional experience in welding.
  • Fluent German and basic English.
  • Teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

  • Equip UR gauges and support quality inspection during acceptance.
  • Check drawings for correctness and completeness against the work plan.
  • Prepare work equipment and tools.
  • Select the welding torch and calibrate it with the machine.
  • Perform reference welding.
  • Weld and monitor spacecraft components, pressure regulators, pressure transmitters, and valves.
  • Visually inspect and measure weld seams, and document the results.
  • Assemble components, pressure regulators, pressure transmitters, and valves based on manufacturing documents and 3D models.
  • Ensure components are assigned correctly according to documentation requirements.
  • Install the welding torch and purge devices, observe flow direction and gas volume, and, where necessary, independently select and adjust these according to the weld type.
  • Perform and monitor welding.
  • Develop and perform rework, where needed, in collaboration with the Quality Assurance department.

Desired Qualifications

  • Completed welding training, for example a WIG orbital welding course at a welding technical teaching and testing institute for welding flight hardware.

About the Company

ArianeGroup

Space launch systems and defense contractor

ArianeGroup provides end-to-end space and defense capabilities, handling the full lifecycle of space and missile systems from design and manufacturing to integration, flight preparation, operation, and decommissioning. Its products include civil and military launchers, propulsion systems, and related equipment, with lead roles for the Ariane 6 launcher (ESA) and the French M51 missile (DGA), and it coordinates through its subsidiaries Arianespace and MaiaSpace. The company differentiates itself with integrated, Europe-wide capabilities across the whole mission lifecycle and deep expertise in propellants, composites, and multiple propulsion types. Its goal is to ensure reliable access to space and secure defense capabilities for Europe, backed by a strong industrial and international footprint.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Les Mureaux, France
Founded
2015

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