POSITION SUMMARY — Must possess MIG (Wire/GMAW) welding skills including setup of welders and ability to weld vertical and horizontal welds with satisfactory results using aluminum and/or steel. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT — Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise, and uncontrolled temperatures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Check and adjust program to ensure proper program is set to the machine • First Off Procedure (specification, place jig, check dimensions, check first product) • MIG weld and set up (join/fabricate materials: steel and/or aluminum) • Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards • Assemble items as instructed by work instructions • Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with 6S procedures, rules, and regulations and take proper care of all equipment and facilities • Examine work for defects • Identify and handle nonconforming parts • Ensure welder is in proper working condition (check temperature) • Read welding work schedule • Ability to stop the production line and/or prevent shipment of products due to nonconformance or potential nonconformance products to our customers • Support the environmental policy with proactive process implementation, improvement suggestions, reducing waste, and acting on environment performance results and findings. SKILLS & ABILITIES • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements • Ability to provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task • Effectively work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency • Ability to use measuring equipment (calipers, tape measures, and angle gauges) • Ability to operate small grinding equipment (right angle grinder, pencil grinder, belt sander, etc.) • Ability to know a good weld versus a bad weld in terms of Dee Zee standards • Ability to read and understand written work instructions • General knowledge of how to use welding equipment • Know how to set up machines for personal preferences • Ability to use hand tools (clamps, grinders, etc.) • Possess vertical and horizontal welding skills POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Graduate, GED, or HSDE; Associate's Degree preferred Experience: One-year related experience preferred; MIG welding experience and/or training preferred Computer Skills: Must demonstrate computer literacy Certificates & Licenses: Welding Certificate preferred Other Requirements: Must pass the welding test
See More Details >>POSITION SUMMARY — Must possess MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding skills including setup of welders and ability to weld vertical and horizontal welds with satisfactory results using aluminum and/or steel. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT —Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise, and uncontrolled temperatures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Check and adjust machine settings to ensure proper penetration • First Off Procedure (specification, place jig, check dimensions, check first product) • MIG and TIG weld and set up (join/fabricate materials: steel and/or aluminum) • Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards • Assemble items as instructed by work instructions • Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with 6S procedures, rules, and regulations and take proper care of all equipment and facilities • Examine work for defects • Identify and handle nonconforming parts • Ensure welder is in proper working condition (check temperature) • Read welding work schedule • Ability to stop the production line and/or prevent shipment of products due to nonconformance or potential nonconformance products to our customers • Support the environmental policy with proactive process implementation, improvement suggestions, reducing waste, and acting on environment performance results and findings SKILLS & ABILITIES • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements • Ability to provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task • Effectively work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency • Ability to use measuring equipment (calipers, tape measures, and angle gauges) • Ability to operate small grinding equipment (right angle grinder, pencil grinder, belt sander, etc.) • Ability to know a good weld versus a bad weld in terms of Dee Zee standards • Ability to read and understand written work instructions • General knowledge of how to use welding equipment • Know how to set up machines for personal preferences • Understanding of how to operate foot feed/pedal • Ability to use hand tools • Possess vertical and horizontal welding skills POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Graduate, GED, or HSDE; Associate's Degree preferred Experience: One-year related experience preferred; MIG and TIG welding experience and/or training Computer Skills: Must demonstrate computer literacy Certificates & Licenses: Welding Certificate preferred Other Requirements: Must pass the welding test
See More Details >>Date Posted: 2025-09-13 Country: United States of America Location: HIA02: Engine Comp (TFT) - WDM 4th St 811 Fourth Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance: None/Not Required Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Welder I is an entry level position with no certification required. The purpose for an operator at this level is to learn and train on the basic understandings of all welding specific operations. Welders must obtain a basic level ability to set up and operate a variety of automatic and manual equipment to produce precision parts with immediate supervision by a certified Welder (level II or above). Welder follows and complies with established standard work under immediate supervision in efforts to obtain certification. Welder will typically refer problems or deviations to more experienced operators including Lead Technicians, Supervisors, or engineers. External candidates will receive a $3,000 sign on bonus. What You Will Do • Learn how to set up and operate automatic and manual welding machines according to specifications. • Learns how to perform cleaning operations as may be required as performed in production. • Learns how to inspect and check dimensions using precision gauges and measuring instruments. • Learns how to assemble pats and position in fixture. • Learns how to operate the CNC equipment as required to complete the weld. • Performing cleaning operations after welding as may be required to complete the weld. • Learns how to perform non-production welds. • Read and interpret blueprints and specifications sheets. • Accurately complete production documentation and performs necessary labor transactions. • Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as set by your leader and position. • Actively participates in the Continuous Improvement process as well as safety related activities. • Working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business. • Some Holiday hours may be required based on business need. Qualifications You Must Have • typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline • * Qualifications We Prefer • Manufacturing background • TIG welding background • Ability to learn how to read and understand prints. • Computer experience (e-mail, print documents, internet) and ability to learn how to operate a computer to access prints and/or specified work instructions. • Basic shop math including knowledge of Geometric Tolerances What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option • Tuition reimbursement program • Student Loan Repayment Program • Life insurance and disability coverage • Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning • Adoption Assistance • Autism Benefit • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program • And more! This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Learn More & Apply Now! We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! • Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. #TopOps Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Des Moines, IA, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, offering a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on experience. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for welding professionals, with approximately 320,500 new positions needed by 2029, and about 80,000 jobs requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. In Des Moines, the average weekly wage for welders is approximately $900, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,400 per week. Training programs through technical schools and community colleges, along with apprenticeships, provide pathways to this lucrative career, offering strong earning potential and job stability.
