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Pipe Welder - Aerospace

Stevenage
2 months ago
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Pipe Welder - AIT Mechanical Operations

Location: Stevenage
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Rate: Negotiable (based on experience and seniority) - No LTD.

Join a cutting-edge team supporting the space sector! We're seeking skilled Welding Technicians to contribute to the manufacture and integration of satellite propulsion systems. This is a hands-on role within the Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) group, where precision and quality are paramount.

🔧 What You'll Be Doing

Orbital welding of Titanium and Stainless Steel pipework using AMI 207A or Orbitec EVO200-WP systems.
Mechanical assembly and integration of propulsion systems for satellites.
Bonding components and preparing mechanical parts.
Working to engineering drawings and local documentation standards.
Identifying and escalating anomalies or deviations to quality leads.

🎯 What You'll Bring

Essential:

HNC/HND in Engineering or a relevant Apprenticeship (Aerospace/Space/high-quality production).
Experience working at height and in ISO 8 cleanroom environments.
Knowledge of H&S standards, manual handling, and FOD/DIM awareness.Desirable:

Experience with bonding brackets, wire thread installation, and thermal blanket (MLI) fitting.
Skilled in using hand measuring tools and orbital welding equipment.
Familiarity with pipework cleanliness control and welding repairs.

🌌 Why Join Us?

Be part of a mission that's literally out of this world. You'll work on advanced spacecraft systems in a high-tech environment, contributing to projects that push the boundaries of innovation.

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