Senior Weld Engineer
Core
Lead fusion welding process development, qualification, and optimization for the Terran-R launch vehicle, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards.
Role type
Senior IC Weld Engineer (Aerospace)
Builds
Terran-R launch vehicle manufacturing systems and processes
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Advanced materials
Required skills
Fusion welding process development, WPS/PQR authoring, root cause analysis, aerospace materials knowledge, cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement
Preferred skills
Robotic welding integration, weld data analytics, automation programming
Technologies
GTAW, GMAW, laser welding, orbital tube welding, AWS D17.1
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional collaboration to develop and optimize fusion welding processes; Own weld process development and qualification including WPS/PQR; Provide expert technical support and troubleshoot complex welding challenges; Establish and maintain process controls and quality documentation; Mentor junior weld engineers and technicians; Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives for welding automation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC