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Aerojet Rocketdyne Welder-2 in Redmond, Washington
Overview
Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized Aerospace and Defense leader that provides propulsion and energetics to domestic and international markets. We are a leading provider in both the solid and liquid propulsion market areas, as well as the number one provider in the tactical segment area of solid propulsion. From the first space programs to Orion, NASA’s launch vehicle to carry humans to the moon, Mars, and beyond, Aerojet Rocketdyne is the leader in innovation. Visit our website at www.rocket.com for more information on how our employees Power the Future.
This position is for the day shift and will be located at our facility in Redmond, WA . This shifts schedule is 4 days per week, 10 hours per day. Your schedule will be Monday through Thursday, 5:30am to 4:00pm (flexible).
Responsible for welding various metals of Company products, fixtures, test stands, industrial structures, tooling and related equipment, components and product parts by using available welding processes including manual fusion welding and by mechanized or automated processes, including laser, in-place-tube, to do longitudinal and circumferential welding of assemblies. Welder is responsible for setup, and that the weldments meets the external and internal requirements of the applicable weld specification.
What we can offer you:
Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | Aerojet Rocketdyne
Rest and Relaxation - 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 4/10 schedule providing for longer weekends. Annual week-long holiday company closure, plus company paid holidays.
Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical , Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness
Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
Professional Development - Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program
Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs.
Beautiful Campus – Large campus with forested trail, basketball court, fitness center, covered bicycle parking, and outdoor gazebos.
This position may be filled at this level or one level higher.
Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each)
65%- Perform welding in accordance with existing manufacturing instructions
Set up and operate automatic inert gas arc welding machines to do such welding as longitudinal and circumferential welding of assemblies.
Layout locations and make own setups as required.
Weld Company products by certified processes maintaining critical alignment tolerances and improvising tooling and holding fixtures as required.
Manually fusion weld various metals for fabrication of tooling, and maintenance, repair and assembly of plant machinery, equipment and buildings.
30%- Perform other manufacture tasks as assigned by supervisor to achieve production requirements
5%- Complete training and attend company meetings as required
Requirements
Requires high school or equivalent and 1+ years of welding experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
1 + years with G.T.A.W. experience welding hard alloys (stainless steel, titanium, Inconel and / or steel).
Fabrication/ Welding schooling or equivalent can be substituted for years of experience on a 2 to 1 basis. 1.5 years of school = 3 years’ experience.
Experience welding duct assemblies (or similar) and controlling weld distortion and shrinkage.
Must have a proven safety record and experience with PPE.
Experience reading, comprehending and using planning and drawings to meet required specification requirements.
Experience (Preferred):
Prior experience welding Rocket engines and or propulsion systems.
Prior experience using mixed torch gases (95Ar / 5H2, Argon Helium mixes).
Prior certification in In-Place-Tube, Automatic or Orbital Welding.
Requires U.S. Citizenship or status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
The work environment may require a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry /push/pull up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), foot protection (i.e. steel toed shoes, rubber boots, etc.), gloves, hard hat, shop coat and hearing protection. Work requires the ability to change into or out of personal protective equipment when entering or exiting manufacturing, laboratory, or other areas. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
Pay range for this position:
20.19 - 28.20 per hour
Note about pay range:
Pay range for this job level is a general guideline only for California and/or Washington State and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3).
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.
Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or theinterview process should e-mail the Human Resources Department atAccommodation Request. (accommodationrequest@rocket.com)
Location US-WA-Redmond
Job ID 21123
Zip 98052
Category Manufacturing and Production - Welding
On-Site, Hybrid or Remote? On-Site