Avionics Repair Welder II

Job Summary:

The Avionics Repair Welder II is responsible for assessing, welding, repairing, testing, and documenting repair material in an FAA regulated environment.

This is a 2nd shift position with the following hours: Monday-Friday, 3:00-11:30 PM. Position includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or welding positions
• Select torch, torch tips, filler rods, and fluxes prescribed by blueprints, welding diagrams, and operation sheets
• Connect regular valves and bases to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders and welding torches
• Turn regulators and flow meters to activate flow of gases
• Set prescribed amperage, gas flow, speeds, and feeds to obtain desired welds
• Hold torches at proper angles to joints to be welded
• Apply filler rods to molten area to form welds
• Interpret schematics and/or technical drawings
• Weld, braze, and cut nitronics, aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and SAE 4130 steels according to blueprint specifications and operation sheet instructions
• Examine welds for bead size, penetration, and other specifications
• Perform welds, such as: Clamp to Tube, Bracket to Tube, Lugs and Doublers, Fittings
• Grind off excess slag or spatter
• Clean parts using solvent
• Repair welds by referring to rejection sheets and by interpreting x-ray sheets
• Work from drawings, sketches, schedules, and verbal instructions to select suitable welding equipment, holding devices, attachments, and help tools required for joining process and make required settings to equipment, gas flows, and other parameters to obtain quality welds
• Follow blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met
• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Complete assigned tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills
• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and re-instruct as required
• Utilize limited variety of microelectronic, electronic, optical, electro-optical, mechanical, or electromechanical equipment, including computers and lasers
• Troubleshooting and testing of repair units
• Use electronic test and troubleshooting equipment
• Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance, and use of complex products, devices, tests, or procedures under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgments are required
• Must be highly-motivated and dedicated to exceeding customer expectations
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Utilize analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Conduct written and verbal communication with technicians, engineering, and leadership within the MRO
• Report to lead or supervisor on work progress and updates including conditions surrounding failures to meet quality standards
• Successfully work in a team to support work capacity in a fast-paced environment
• Take direction from more experienced coworkers, leads, and supervisors

Requirements:

• Typically requires a HS Diploma with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 3 years of relevant experience
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here
• Must have previous welding experience in a manufacturing or service environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• AAS degree in electronics and/or prior military experience strongly preferred
• 2+ years experience with aviation manufacturing or repair is preferred
• 2+ years complimentary work history in a manufacturing or service environment
• Holds or has ability to obtain Preliminary MRB authorization
• Experience reviewing CMM/SB documentation and creating mark-ups

Role Type:

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more

About Us:

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors, and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we're helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports, and military personnel connected and informed. And we're providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most.

Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow, and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.