Pursuit Aerospace · 17 hours ago
Electron Beam (EB) Welder and Heat Treat Operator – 2nd Shift
Stuart, FL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expWhitcraft Group is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, committed to operational improvement and customer service. They are seeking an experienced Electron Beam (EB) Welder with expertise in heat treatment and X-ray inspection to perform high-precision welding operations while ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Operate overhead crane, pallet jack, and fork truck to support assigned operations
Clean and prepare aerospace parts prior to EB weld operations
Properly load/unload fixtures into EB weld equipment
Clean EB weld chamber and weld fixtures to ensure stable processing
Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and weld symbols
Develop and refine existing programs for EB weld machines
Monitor and adjust welding parameters to ensure weld integrity and compliance
Conduct inspections to verify weld quality and adherence to aerospace standards
Load/unload, operate, and maintain furnaces according to work instructions and industry specifications including fixtures and aerospace parts
Perform routine maintenance checks and report equipment issues
Ensure proper temperature control and conduct required testing
Maintain accurate records and assist in failure investigations as needed
Load/unload parts and fixtures onto x-ray vault rotary table
Perform radiographic inspections on welded and heat-treated components
Interact with certified NDT personnel to interpret X-ray images and identify defects and non-conformities
Document findings and collaborate with quality engineers for resolution
Ensure compliance with aerospace industry regulations and company standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Support process improvements and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure all required documentation is accurately completed
Assist in customer and regulatory audits as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in welding, weld visual inspection, and/or NDT preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience in electron beam welding, heat treat, and/or X-ray inspection
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis
Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations
Preferred
Experience working in an aerospace or high-precision manufacturing environment is highly desirable
Proficiency in reading blueprints, specifications, and weld symbols
Knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, and other aerospace quality standards
Ability to operate specialized welding, heat treatment, and X-ray equipment
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
Good problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and blueprints
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before employees in the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
Have the knowledge of and/or the ability to learn shop geometry and trigonometry
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram forms
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
Pursuit Aerospace
Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine parts created using highly integrated and lean production systems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-02-16Private Equity
Leadership Team
Doug Folsom
Chief Executive Officer
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