Welder
Company
Hermeus
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.
As a Welder, you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and piping components critical to our production and mission operations. You’ll work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to execute precise, high-quality welds across a variety of materials, ensuring all products meet rigorous performance and safety standards. This role is hands-on and suited for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced, technical, and safety-focused environment.
Responsibilities
• Perform precision TIG, MIG, and arc welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and high-nickel alloys.
• Interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols to ensure dimensional accuracy and conformance.
• Execute high-precision laser welding on thin-gauge and high-strength alloys, maintaining tight control of heat input, distortion, and weld integrity in mission-critical hardware.
• Fabricate, assemble, and pressure-test structural and piping systems supporting aerospace and defense operations.
• Maintain compliance with ASME, AWS, and company weld standards, following approved procedures.
• Uphold strict safety, cleanliness, and quality standards in all work areas.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve fabrication challenges.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization.
Requirements
• High school diploma or GED; technical welding certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision fabrication.
• Skilled in blueprint interpretation and all-position welding (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Proven ability to fabricate and weld carbon and stainless structures and pipe to spec.
• Must pass company-administered weld qualification tests and internal inspections.
• Available to work overtime and varied shifts to meet mission timelines.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and operate in confined or outdoor environments.
Preferred Skills and Experience
• 5+ years of GTAW welding experience with stainless, carbon, Inconel, aluminum, or titanium.
• Knowledge of ASME Section IX, AWS D17.1, or MIL-STD welding codes.
• Experience in aerospace component fabrication or ground support systems.
• Skilled in tube and pipe cutting, grinding, and precision assembly.
• Familiar with pressure testing, inspection, and NDE methods.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and quality documentation.
• Understanding of welding metallurgy and heat control for high-integrity welds.
• Familiarity with advanced tooling and fixturing practices used in precision welded assembly fabrication.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to 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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
As a Welder, you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and piping components critical to our production and mission operations. You’ll work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to execute precise, high-quality welds across a variety of materials, ensuring all products meet rigorous performance and safety standards. This role is hands-on and suited for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced, technical, and safety-focused environment.
Responsibilities
• Perform precision TIG, MIG, and arc welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and high-nickel alloys.
• Interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols to ensure dimensional accuracy and conformance.
• Execute high-precision laser welding on thin-gauge and high-strength alloys, maintaining tight control of heat input, distortion, and weld integrity in mission-critical hardware.
• Fabricate, assemble, and pressure-test structural and piping systems supporting aerospace and defense operations.
• Maintain compliance with ASME, AWS, and company weld standards, following approved procedures.
• Uphold strict safety, cleanliness, and quality standards in all work areas.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve fabrication challenges.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization.
Requirements
• High school diploma or GED; technical welding certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision fabrication.
• Skilled in blueprint interpretation and all-position welding (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Proven ability to fabricate and weld carbon and stainless structures and pipe to spec.
• Must pass company-administered weld qualification tests and internal inspections.
• Available to work overtime and varied shifts to meet mission timelines.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and operate in confined or outdoor environments.
Preferred Skills and Experience
• 5+ years of GTAW welding experience with stainless, carbon, Inconel, aluminum, or titanium.
• Knowledge of ASME Section IX, AWS D17.1, or MIL-STD welding codes.
• Experience in aerospace component fabrication or ground support systems.
• Skilled in tube and pipe cutting, grinding, and precision assembly.
• Familiar with pressure testing, inspection, and NDE methods.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and quality documentation.
• Understanding of welding metallurgy and heat control for high-integrity welds.
• Familiarity with advanced tooling and fixturing practices used in precision welded assembly fabrication.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to 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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $25.22 as of May 2026 data. Welders in manufacturing earn $26.15 per hour on average while those in construction receive $24.80 per hour. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
What certifications and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders must complete a high school diploma or equivalent plus a postsecondary welding program lasting 6 to 18 months. AWS Certified Welder credential and 2,000 hours of documented experience are required for most positions in structural welding. Employers in shipbuilding and aerospace require additional ASME Section IX qualifications.
What are the standard working hours and paid leave entitlements for welders in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, full-time welders work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours. Workers receive at least 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days of paid sick leave annually under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions. Union contracts in construction add 15 days of paid vacation after one year.
How are federal income taxes calculated on welder wages in the United States for 2026?
As per the Internal Revenue Service, welders earning $52,500 annually in 2026 pay 12% federal income tax on income between $11,601 and $47,150 plus 22% on the amount above $47,150. Social Security tax is withheld at 6.2% up to the $168,600 wage base. Employers must issue Form W-2 by January 31 each year.
