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Job Title: Fabrication C – Welder / Fabricator

Job Code: 23316

Job Location: Norfolk, VA– (Responsibilities must be performed on-site.)

Job Schedule: 5/8 Work Schedule – (Monday thru Friday)

Job Description:   

L3Harris is seeking a highly skilled Welder / Fabricator to join our Norfolk, VA team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in both TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding processes, capable of working with aluminum, steel, and stainless steel. This role requires the ability to read and interpret tight tolerance drawings and perform fixturing and setup of parts using precision welding tables. In addition to welding, some assembly work will be required.

Essential Functions:

• Welding: Perform TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding on various metals, including aluminum, steel, and stainless steel.
• Fabrication: Fabricate structures and machined components according to specifications.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret tight tolerance drawings to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
• Fixturing and Setup: Use precision welding tables and fixturing to set up parts for welding.
• Assembly Work: Perform assembly tasks as needed in addition to welding duties.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other departments to achieve project goals.
• Quality Standards: Maintain general knowledge of workmanship to military standards.

Job Qualification Requirements:  

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

• United States Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or trade school certifications.
• Ability to pass a plate test in 3 positions.
• Strong proficiency in TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings with tight tolerances.
• Experience with fixturing and setting up parts using precision welding tables.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Must be willing to work overtime.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of most metal types used for fabrication. (Steel, Stainless, Aluminum, Monel, k500)

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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