Lead Laser Weld Cell Operator
Lead Laser Weld Cell Operator
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16-06-2025
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Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Laser Weld Cell Operator to take ownership of running an automated welding cell for the primary structural components of our airships. The welding cell itself features an impressive coordination of robots the art of laser welding titanium and the complex nature of aerospace parts. We are looking for someone excited about aerospace automation pushing new technologies and helping grow our cutting edge LTA manufacturing operations while setting the bar for aerospace production.
The Lead Laser Weld Cell Operator will primarily be responsible for running the weld cell operation of flight-grade aerospace structural parts but will also help with process development and prototyping be responsible for all maintenance and calibrations and assist in training of future cell operators. We are looking for someone to own this beautiful robotic cell. This position will work closely with engineers and cross-disciplinary teams in conducting various aspects of production prototyping testing and day-to-day operations.
Responsibilities
- Operating a 5-robot-coordinated laser welding system for the production of flight-grade titanium aerospace structural components
- Conducting tests for the purpose of process development
- Working with engineering teams to verify improve and/or develop automation programs
- Perform detailed calibration procedures to ensure proper operation of welding cell
- Manage and perform all maintenance related tasks on welding cell
- Implementation of any technology upgrades to the cell over time
- Completing production documentation
- Working in a fast-paced environment tackling evolving challenges
- Become proficient in titanium laser welding and knowledgeable of stringent inspection criteria
- Enforce safety protocol for welding cell area
- Training future operators
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of coordinate systems and spatial geometry in CNC or robotic applications
- Experience with metrology equipment
- Experience programming/operating automated equipment or machinery (industrial robots CNCs etc.)
- Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical integration assembly manufacturing or prototyping background
- Competency reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD programs
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and provide feedback
- Technical communication skills preferably past experience with engineers
- Troubleshooting aptitude attention to detail and safety consciousness
Preferred Qualifications
- Welding background preferably in aerospace applications
- Training or experience with Fanuc or similar industrial robots
- Laser operations and safety experience
- Previous lead role experience
What We Offer!
- Relocation assistance
- Excellent medical dental and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals 70% for dependents)
- Company-paid life AD&D long-term disability and short-term disability insurances
- Parental leave
- Generous PTO 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) matching up to 6%
- Lunch and snacks provided every day including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
- Monthly wellness stipend
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field
- Mental health benefit
- Fun events swag and the occasional airship ride
- An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields
Compliance Requirements
- Criminal background check clearance
- Drug test clearance wherever applicable
$40 - $45 an hour
LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.
Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability marital status veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.
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