Fabrication Specialist B

Job Description

Are you looking for your next aviation opportunity? Whether you specialize in airframe, powerplant, avionics, or interiors, TeamGlobal has opportunities that will align with your career goals. We are actively seeking a Fabrication Specialist B for an exciting opportunity in New Orleans, LA. If you’re ready to build upon your skills and work alongside the best in the industry, reach out to TeamGlobal! One of our dedicated Recruiters will provide you with more details about our openings and our fantastic benefits, including the $10K in free life insurance! Join us at TeamGlobal—where excellence empowers us!

• Role Summary
• In this role, you will operate specialized Friction Stir Welding machinery to create precise, high-quality welds for aerospace applications, including the SLS program. You will collaborate with engineers and team members on process development, problem-solving, and quality inspections. You will perform fabrication, assembly, and welding tasks while following established drawings and technical requirements. You will ensure all work meets aerospace quality standards and safety protocols.

• Education & Job Requirements
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year or more of related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of operating specialized Friction Stir Welding machinery.
• Must have knowledge of welding and preparation techniques.
• Must have a strong understanding of metallurgy.
• Must have experience working with welding tools.
• Must have the ability to collaborate with engineers on process development and problem-solving to ensure high-quality, strong bonds.
• Must have an understanding of the welding process and the ability to work alongside engineers and other team units.

• Preferred Skills
• You will have prior experience with aerospace fabrication and assembly.
• You will have experience with composite lay-up and precision mechanical component assembly.
• You will have familiarity with data collection for testing and inspection purposes.

• Job Duties/Functions
• You will support the SLS program rocket by running robotic weld tools and performing weld preparations.
• You will perform machine setup, machining, welding setup, welding, sheet metal fabrication, extrusion, tube bending, and related fabrication tasks.
• You will perform composite lay-up, fabrication, and assembly tasks.
• You will assemble precision mechanical and electro-mechanical components.
• You will assemble, repair, modify, and install various power plants and drive trains.
• You will perform soldering on electronic and avionics products.
• You will assemble and install wire harnesses and avionics products.
• You will prepare test articles, fixtures, and data collection devices for testing.
• You will perform basic organic chemical conversion and paint preparation.
• You will apply routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements.
• You will work on articles of limited complexity following established drawings and requirements.
• You will operate specialized Friction Stir Welding (FSW) machinery to join metal parts using a solid-state process.
• You will prepare materials and inspect welds for quality.
• You will perform routine machine maintenance.
• You will utilize precision measuring tools.

• Additional Duties
• You will undergo specialized training (anywhere from 3-4 weeks) to become fully trained on the SLS process and tools.

• Physical Demands
• You will need to be comfortable with heights.
• All PPE, other than prescription safety glasses, will be provided.