Leak Test Welder - 1st Shift

About the Role

The technician prepares aircraft fuel tanks for leak testing, ensuring they are leak‑proof by using pressure tests or dye‑penetrant methods. Any weld leaks are repaired with TIG welding and necessary studs are installed. The interior of each tank is cleaned, the tank is removed from the test line, palletized, and a final quality check is performed. During the testing process, the operator plugs tank orifices, runs the hydraulic leak test machine, pressurizes the tank, and applies soap solution to locate leaks. Detected leaks are fixed with TIG welding, studs are attached using an electric stud welding gun, and a crane is used to move tanks off‑line for palletizing. A thorough visual inspection verifies weld quality, removal of spatter and debris, and conformance to drawing specifications, after which any non‑conformances are logged via Material Reject Tags. • Prepare tanks for leak testing and ensure leak‑proof integrity. • Perform pressure or dye‑penetrant testing on tanks. • Repair weld leaks using TIG welding. • Install required studs according to process standards. • Operate hydraulic leak test machine and use crane for tank handling. • Clean interior of tanks and palletize after testing. • Conduct final visual inspection for weld quality and drawing compliance. • Document non‑conformances with Material Reject Tags.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸leak testing
• ▸tig welding
• ▸stud installation
• ▸hydraulic test
• ▸tank handling
• ▸visual inspection

What You Bring

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED; one year of welding experience in a manufacturing setting is required, and three years of overall manufacturing experience are preferred. An associate’s degree in welding or prior weld‑inspection experience is advantageous. Applicants should be able to work overtime, lift up to 50 lb, and perform physical tasks, and must reside within a 50‑mile radius of the facility unless they are active‑duty military, who are exempt from this restriction. • High School Diploma/GED required; associate’s degree in welding preferred. • Minimum 1 year welding experience in manufacturing; 3 years overall manufacturing experience. • Prior weld inspection experience desired. • Ability to work overtime and lift up to 50 lb, performing various physical duties. • Must reside within 50 mi of the work location (military exemption applies).

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸associate degree
• ▸welding
• ▸manufacturing
• ▸inspection
• ▸overtime

Benefits

• No relocation assistance offered.

Work Environment

Onsite