Welder/Welding Technician

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking an experienced Welder/Welding Technician to support the fabrication and integration of weldments and mechanical assemblies for DoW programs. This position is ideal for a skilled welder who enjoys low-volume, high-mix fabrication and working closely with engineers and manufacturing teams.

As a Welder/Welding Technician, your duties will include the following but are not limited to:

• MIG weld steel components and assemblies.
• TIG weld aluminum components and assemblies.
• Fabricate weldments from engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• Build and use welding fixtures and jigs.
• Fit, assemble, and mechanically integrate fabricated components.
• Set up and safely operate fabrication equipment.
• Support design reviews and fabrication readiness reviews.
• Provide manufacturing input to improve component designs and manufacturability.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive shop environment.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Associate degree, 2 years of formal technical training, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing/fabrication experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Proficient in MIG welding steel.
• Proficient in TIG welding aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and weld symbols.
• Ability to obtain required AWS welding certification.
• Experience working with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality processes.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Experience supporting military systems or mechanical integration.

Workplace safety is a priority at Torch.  Candidates must receive and present an OSHA 10-Hour Training Course for General Industry certification (either a card from the Department of Labor or certificate of completion from an authorized trainer) within the first 90 days of employment.  Preference will be given to candidates who have completed training prior to employment. Training may be completed online.  A list of authorized trainers can be found online at: https://www.osha.gov/training/outreach/training-providers.

Location: Huntsville, AL
Schedule: 1st Shift, 4/10 schedule — approximately 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
Travel: 0–10%
Relocation Assistance: No
Contract Award Contingency: No

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Benefits: 

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.  

Applying to Torch Technologies: 

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. 

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify. 

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