Fabricator / Welder

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for designing and fabricating minor and major metal parts, tools and jigs through precision work on original and intricate layout, machining and assembly tasks. Performs tasks with limited instruction. Welds, lathes, heats, cuts, bends, solders, and drills from minimal descriptions. Sets up and operates precision tools. 

This position works second shift: 230pm - 12am 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs and builds production tooling for fabricated parts.
• Performs prototype fabrication from visual descriptions or sketches. Prototypes engine parts.
• Forms sheet metal parts using a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Runs manual mills, lathes, drill presses and grinding equipment to perform turning, facing, boring, chamfering, drilling, grooving, reaming, tapping and slotting.
• Sets up and operates a variety of engine lathes to perform quantity production machining to close tolerances.
• Performs plumbing operations using AN fittings with hard and flexible lines.
• Grinds own cutting tools, drills and bits.
• Designs and builds jigs and fixtures for producing weldments and dip brazing. Designs and builds press tooling for forming sheet metal parts.
• Performs welding, fitting and soldering on extremely thin ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Utilizes blue prints, sketches, drawings, verbal descriptions and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished parts, the sequence of operations, and set up requirements.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.