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CKD USA Corporation —Austin, TX
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Apparent Technologies Inc —Austin, TX
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Orbital Tube Welder II, Spacecraft

Firefly Aerospace -
Cedar Park, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Mid-level
1 year

Full Job Description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a skilled Orbital Tube Welder II to support spacecraft assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) activities. This role focuses on precision welding of spacecraft propulsion and fluid systems hardware within a cleanroom integration environment.

The ideal candidate has experience performing orbital GTAW welding on aerospace-grade tubing and thrives in a flight hardware environment where quality, traceability, and process discipline are critical. This position works closely with propulsion engineers, integration technicians, quality inspectors, and test teams to ensure spacecraft fluid systems are built to exacting aerospace standards and are ready for environmental testing and launch.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Fabricate, bend, face, fit, tack and weld propulsion tubing assemblies
Cut, prepare, and clean tubing and fittings prior to welding
Perform orbital welds that meet AWS D17.1 and internal aerospace quality standards
Independently set up, operate, and maintain orbital welding equipment in accordance with qualified procedures
Execute qualified weld schedules for a range of materials and tube sizes
Perform visual and borescope inspections of welds and internal tube surfaces
Work from approved 2D/3D drawings, models, and engineering documentation
Coordinate with engineering and quality teams to resolve fabrication or inspection issues
Safely work with hazardous materials and high-pressure systems
Maintain a clean, organized, and controlled work environment

Physical Requirements & Work Schedule

Ability to work all shifts, including overtime and/or weekends as required
- 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM - overtime as necessary to meet company needs
Ability to lift to 25 lbs. unassisted
Ability to stand for extended periods (minimum 8 hours)
Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in confined or tight spaces

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Minimum of 1 year of hands-on Orbital welding experience
Demonstrated ability to perform Orbital welding independently without supervision
Strong manual GTAW welding skills, including hand fitting and tack welding
Proven ability to hand-bend and face tubing lines to specification
Experience welding to AWS D17.1 or equivalent aerospace standards
Ability to read and interpret aerospace 2D and 3D drawings
Experience performing visual and borescope inspections
Proficiency with fabrication shop equipment (band saws, grinders, sanders, drills, etc.)
Experience in using precision measurement tools (calipers, height gauges, scales, etc.)
Strong attention to detail, workmanship, and cleanliness

Desired:

3+ year of hands-on Orbital welding experience
Experience with propulsion or high-pressure fluid systems
Prior experience supporting aerospace flight hardware or test systems
Certification from an orbital welding training program
AWS D17.1 GTAW welding certification
Familiarity with aerospace fittings such as AN and NPT
Experience cleaning tubing systems to aerospace or medical cleanliness standards
Experience inspecting tube assemblies using vector measuring machines

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status

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