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Sr. Weld Engineer

Terran Orbital Corporation
Location
Irvine, CA
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Electrical Power Systems (EPS)
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BS in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience with welding materials and processes, including parallel gap resistance spot welding
  • Strong understanding of weld parameter development, metallurgy, and weld joint design
  • Experience with robotic welding systems and automated welding integration
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and qualify resistance weld profiles for battery cells and battery structural components
  • Proficiency with root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, fishbone, fault-tree analysis)
Nice to have
  • Background in materials science or metallurgical behavior of weld joints preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to operate outside comfort zones, innovate, and contribute to the advancement of space-based power storage technologies
What the job really is

As a Sr. Weld Engineer at Terran Orbital, you will focus on developing and optimizing welding processes for high-reliability space hardware, particularly in resistance spot welding and battery manufacturing for spacecraft. Your role involves collaborating with manufacturing teams, interpreting welding standards, and driving initiatives to enhance manufacturing reliability. You will also engage in continuous improvement activities and support the development of next-generation welding processes and battery technologies.

Benefits
  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is $125,000 — $170,000 USD, which may vary based on qualifications and experience
  • Position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance
  • Job operates in a professional office environment but within a manufacturing company, which may involve physical demands
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