# Welding and NDI Operations Manager

> KIHOMAC · Layton, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-10

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** SSD-PMG - Precision Manufacturing Group

## Description

**Welding & Fabrication**

-   Perform TIG welding on aerospace tubular, sheet‑metal, and structural components
-   Certify and maintain qualification to AWS D17.1 for manual GTAW welding of stainless steel, Inconel, cobalt, and aluminum alloys ranging from 0.020” to 0.300” in all positions
-   Set up and lay out jobs using blueprints, diagrams, fixtures, and welding procedures; perform manual welding including use of rotary turntables
-   Execute solvent cleaning, joint preparation, trimming, sizing, polishing, tack‑welding, and fabrication of shop aids/fixtures to support welding operations
-   Perform machine setups to trim, size, form, inspect, and weld material per fabrication drawing requirements
-   Review drawing requirements for dimensional compliance; select correct filler metals and verify weld‑note callouts

**Visual & Specialized Weld Inspection**

-   Conduct visual weld inspection using fillet gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and designated final‑inspection fixtures
-   Inspect weld size, face/root reinforcement, cracks, inclusions, porosity, and overall weld quality
-   Perform videoscope inspection to evaluate root‑side weld conditions
-   Maintain, calibrate, and log preventative maintenance for welding and fabrication equipment

**Nondestructive Inspection (NDI/NDT)**

-   Execute NDI/NDT processes such as Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, and Ultrasonic Inspection in accordance with certified procedures
-   Work under documented NDT procedures that meet customer and regulatory specifications, including control numbers, referenced specs/revisions, and technician signature/date per internal policy
-   Generate and maintain inspection records, including accept/reject results, technique sheets, and documentation required by quality system standards
-   Support weld schedule review and compliance; assist in process control and risk‑reduction activities associated with PFMEA‑based manufacturing controls

**Quality & Compliance**

-   Ensure daily compliance with customer drawings, specifications, and internal quality system requirements
-   Maintain aerospace‑grade workmanship standards and participate in quality audits as needed
-   Apply Lean Manufacturing principles including 5S, teamwork, and general housekeeping
-   Follow all business policies, procedures, environmental, and safety requirements

**General Duties**

-   Manage overall fabrication and assembly efforts
-   Work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain and Operations Technicians to meet stated production goals
-   Supervise large diverse Teams in manufacturing, testing and assembly processes
-   Demonstrate sound decision‑making based on experience and available data
-   Work with minimal supervision and manage workload based on production schedules
-   Consistently strive to meet and exceed job performance requirements
-   Other Duties as assigned

## Requirements

**Education/Training:** 

-   Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred 

-   Maintain all welding and NDI certifications

**Experience:**

-   10+ years of professional experience in the required task area  
-   Ability to pass GTAW welding assessments and certify on required alloy/joint combinations
-   Demonstrated eye‑hand coordination and fine‑detail visual accuracy
-   Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
-   Mathematical competency for measurement, layout, and process verification
-   Have a strong knowledge of Production Management, Quality Control, and Engineering processes that Support Manufacturing

-   Strong attendance and punctuality record.

-   **Security:**

-   Must be a US citizen
-   Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

-   **Physical Requirements**

-   Vision requirements: Jaeger #2 near‑vision at 12” and 20/30 or better far‑vision (with or without corrective lenses)
-   Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
-   Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
-   Prolonged periods of standing while operating machinery
-   Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
-   Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time

## Benefits

-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Training & Development
-   Wellness Resources

**Salary:** 

The projected salary range for this position is $38 - $44 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.

## Apply

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