Divergent Weld Engineer responsible for developing and qualifying innovative weld joints for automated assembly. Leads weld development, designs welded joints, and establishes quality control per aerospace and defense standards.
Responsibilities
Lead weld development including evaluation, down selection, and procurement of weld technologies.
Design and develop welded joints, processes, and parameters for a variety of alloy systems and applications.
Write and implement procedures and qualification plans for weld processes.
Characterize weld performance for designs through mechanical testing and metallographic analysis.
Establish weld quality control requirements to conform to aerospace and defense standards.
Coordinate with cross-function team of automation, design, and manufacturing engineers to implement welded joints into production.
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in weld engineeringFamiliarity with AWSWork Environment
Required
Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
Bachelor’s degree in weld engineering, materials science or engineering, or related field.
2+ years of experience performing as a weld engineer for aerospace, defense, or automotive applications.
Direct experience with automated/robotic welding, laser welding, or aluminum welding.
Preferred
Master’s degree or doctorate weld engineering, materials science or engineering, or related field.
Experience with new product implementation in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Expertise in welding processes such as MIG, TIG, laser beam, friction stir, or resistance welding.
Knowledge of aerospace alloys including aluminum, nickel, and stainless steel alloys.
Proficiency in CAD software for fixture design and layout.
Familiarity with AWS, MIL, and ISO welding standards and codes.
Work Environment
This is a fully on-site role at our Torrance, CA headquarters.
