Welding Specialist, R&D
Los Angeles, CA$30/hr - $60/hrFull-timePosted 11mo ago
About the role
Welding Specialist to join Hadrian’s Special Projects division, supporting advanced R&D initiatives and customer-driven innovation. Hands-on role focusing on precision fabrication, process optimization, and collaboration across manual and robotic welding operations for aerospace, automotive, maritime, and defense applications.
Responsibilities
- Perform precision welding of aluminum and steel using GMAW and GTAW processes to meet industry and project-specific standards.
- Interpret welding codes, blueprints, CAD models, and welding procedure specifications (WPS), including standards such as AWS D1.2.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot weld-related issues such as distortion, porosity, and fusion defects; develop and implement corrective actions.
- Support welding inspections (visual, bend, NDT prep) and collaborate with engineers and quality assurance teams on process validation and qualification.
- Maintain and calibrate welding equipment and support robotic, mechanized, and manual welding systems as required.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of trade school or technical certification preferred.
- Minimum 6 years of experience in welding, with demonstrated expertise in GMAW and GTAW processes.
- Proven ability to weld aluminum and steel with a strong understanding of weld techniques, joint design, and distortion control.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings and working with part fixturing and lifting systems.
- Familiarity with welding in varied environments, including confined spaces, elevated work areas, and hot work conditions.
Skills
Required:GMAW (MIG) weldingGTAW (TIG) weldingReading welding codes and WPS
Nice to have:Welding inspection support
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
- 401k
- Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need.
- Flexible vacation policy
- Equity
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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