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Welder 2

Ara, Madison, Alabama, United States, 35756

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Position:

Welder 2

– The Prototyping Manufacturing and Integration Division (PMID) of

Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc

is seeking a full‑time Welder 2 on-site at our Madison, AL facility.

Location: Madison, AL – 26641 Distribution Boulevard NW, Madison, AL 35756, USA.

Reserve a SECRET clearance is required. This position will require a minimum of the ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance from the U.S. Department of War.

Essential responsibilities include welding metal parts together using gases or arc processes, thermal cutting and grinding, repairing broken or cracked parts, filling holes, positioning and clamping components, and assisting engineers and senior staff with prototype system construction.

Must Haves

High School diploma (or equivalent) plus advanced training and 4+ years welding shop experience

Proven experience with GMAW and GTAW principles

Minimum 4 yrs GMAW in steel and aluminum

Minimum 4 yrs GTAW in aluminum

Ability to weld metal components according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders

Knowledge of welding machine set-up (GTAW, GMAW, and SMAW)

Proven experience operating metal removal and joining tools (e.g., plasma, oxy‑fuel torch)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with both gas and arc welding processes

Ability to meet tolerance and design specification using metal removal and joining tools

Commitment to safety training and daily safety procedures

Physical capability: prolonged sitting or standing, lifting up to 50 lbs alone, 50 lbs or more with assistance, and adequate hand coordination and vision

Proper use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses, respirator, safety shoes, hearing protection, hand protection)

Nice If

Active/current SECRET clearance

Associate’s degree in a technical field

Additional Information

Two parts to the interview: on‑site face‑to‑face panel interview and a welding assessment immediately after the interview, limited to 30 minutes.

You must bring serviceable welding gear (shade 10 or greater hood, jacket, gloves); safety glasses may be provided. If gear is not serviceable, the weld test cannot proceed.

ARA is an employee‑owned international research and engineering company with more than 2,200 employee‑owners, headquartered in Albuquerque, NM, and offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

ARA offers competitive benefits, including those listed at https://www.ara.com/benefits/. For more company information, visit https://www.ara.com.

Interested applicants should apply at https://www.careers.ara.com for the Welder 2 position.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify applicants of their rights under federal employment laws. For further information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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