Welder

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.

• 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)

• Active/current SECRET clearance
• Associate’s degree in a technical field

• 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  For more company information, visit

Interested applicants should apply at  for the Welder 2 position.

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