Full-Time

Orbital Weld Prep Operator

AM Shift

Senior plc

Senior plc

51-200 employees

Manufactures high-precision aerospace structures, components

Compensation Overview

$18 - $19/hr

No H1B Sponsorship

Oceanside, CA, USA

In Person

Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)

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Requirements
  • No prior experience is required; training will be provided on the process and equipment.
  • Communication and written skills are required.
  • Basic computer knowledge is required.
  • Basic math skills are required to perform calculations such as addition and subtraction.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • U.S. work authorization or qualifying U.S. person status is required for access under export-control regulations.
Responsibilities
  • Fabricate, pre-weld prepare, and perform orbital welding of tubing assemblies made from stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and related fittings and tubes.
  • Fabricate tube assemblies using saws, end finishers, and hand tools.
  • Use calibrated measuring equipment, including dial calipers and laser vision, to verify parts against blueprints and customer requirements.
  • Clean and prepare tubes and fittings before welding using buffers, cordless drills, and other hand tools.
  • Read and understand blueprints and customer data.
  • Manually tack-weld fittings using a tungsten inert gas welder and fixtures for proper rotations.
  • Set up the orbital welding machine with tooling and the qualified schedule for each part configuration.
  • Perform orbital welding of fittings to tubes using automatic orbital welding equipment.
  • Visually inspect weld inside and outside diameters against customer requirements using optical equipment such as loupes and borescopes.
  • Maintain 5S and safety requirements for the work area.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on departmental equipment.
  • Use required personal protective equipment.
  • Perform other reasonable duties as business and operational needs dictate.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience using chop saws, manual drills, and general hand tools.
  • Experience in custom cabinet and fine woodworking trades.
  • Experience reading blueprints and using measuring devices.
  • Experience working with aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium.

Senior plc is a leading aerospace manufacturer that produces high-precision components and systems, including aircraft structural parts, engine components, and cabin interiors. Its products are made through precise manufacturing processes that emphasize safety, reliability, and manufacturing excellence to meet the stringent requirements of global OEMs. The company operates across multiple factories (in Chonburi, Thailand, with four facilities covering about 21,000 square meters) to enable scale and efficiency in Southeast Asia, reflecting a focus on advanced and precision engineering. Compared with competitors, it differentiates itself by its established track record with global OEMs, its commitment to high-quality standards, and its multi-site manufacturing capability that supports reliable supply chains. The goal is to be a leading Southeast Asian hub for advanced and precision aerospace manufacturing, delivering dependable components to aerospace customers worldwide.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Batchworth, United Kingdom

Founded

1933

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What believers are saying

  • H1 2026 revenue rose 5% to £390.8m, with adjusted PBT up 38%.
  • Operating margin reached 10.0%, up 160 basis points, showing sharper execution.
  • The Airbus contract starts Q1 2026 and ramps toward 2027 full production.

What critics are saying

  • Tinicum and Blackstone's 2026 acquisition ends Senior's independent public-company status.
  • 2025 Flexonics restructuring cut headcount after weak North American heavy-duty truck demand.
  • Integration and ownership changes typically reset priorities, comp structures, and site footprints by 2027.

What makes Senior plc unique

  • Senior's 2026 core now concentrates on fluid conveyance and thermal management systems.
  • Airbus awarded Senior multi-year standard-parts work beginning Q1 2026 across Europe.
  • Rolls-Royce extended Senior's precision structures contract for 12 years, starting January 2026.

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Wellness Program

Flexible Work Hours

Life Insurance

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Senior plc awarded multi year Airbus contract for aerospace components

Senior plc awarded multi year Airbus contract for aerospace components. Senior plc (LON:SNR), an international manufacturer of high technology components and systems, has announced today that it has been awarded a multi-year contract by Airbus for the design, qualification and manufacture of various highly engineered Aerospace Standard parts for fluid conveyance applications. The initial production will supply components for both dual and single aisle commercial aircraft platforms, with significant further potential in the spares and repairs markets. Delivery will begin in Q1 2026, from Senior's facilities in Europe. This contract highlights Senior's expertise in designing and producing complex, highly engineered, aerospace components, as well as its ability to secure major business with leading airframers. This award reinforces Senior's strong and extensive experience in product design and qualification, and continued investment in advanced manufacturing technologies. These new product lines will further enhance Senior's capabilities in pressed, formed, and highly engineered standard components. Commenting on the award, Launie Fleming, CEO of Senior Aerospace: "Our teams in Europe have been working hard to develop and qualify these highly engineered standard parts that have multiple applications across the commercial aircraft business of Airbus. We are delighted to receive this first contract award, for this product type, from Airbus and look forward to fully supporting our customer's ambition in the coming years".

Investing.com
Jan 3rd, 2025
Senior plc announces board member Susan Brennan's retirement

LONDON - Senior plc, a FTSE 250 international engineering and manufacturing group, announced today that Susan Brennan will retire from the company's board at the conclusion of the next Annual General Meeting, scheduled for April 2025.

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Nov 5th, 2024
Senior plc Appoints New CFO Amid Leadership Transition

Senior plc has announced the appointment of Alpna Amar as its new Group Chief Financial Officer, set to take office in May 2025.

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Jun 5th, 2024
Senior plc Unveils Advanced French Manufacturing Hub

Senior plc has expanded its aerospace and industrial component manufacturing capabilities with the opening of a new facility in Fossé, France, increasing Senior Aerospace Ermeto's capacity by 25%.