[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Safran jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Safran · Gainesville # TIG/Heliarc Welder A Gainesville Skilled Trades & Maintenance Listed on Safran’s official careers site. Posted October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-tig-heliarc-welder-a_176451.aspx?LCID=1033) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Safran](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/) / TIG/Heliarc Welder A ## Job description POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world. We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in assembling partial or complete airline seats by working at bench or on shop floor. Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that”. ### ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Perform TIG welding operations on aluminum, stainless steel, and other aerospace-grade metals on complex welds - Read and interpret complex blueprints, weld symbols and route sheets - Set up and use fixtures accurately to ensure quality welds and part integrity - Apply proper welding rod selection using established color code systems - Follow WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) standards and qualify for MVP and Operator Certifications - Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and scales to inspect and verify parts - Rework and repair welded parts to required specifications - Follow all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and standard shop practices - Document work performed and ensure traceability of parts and welds - Maintain a clean, organized and efficient welding area, utilizing 5s Standards and established storage requirements - May be assigned other duties as required ### DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY - Employee is responsible for determining if she/he has adequate information and materials to complete tasks as directed. - Selection of methods and sequences within limits of the specific jobs assigned. - Determines if in-coming and out-going parts are made to specifications. Decisions/Problems referred to supervisor - Problems with equipment or machinery. - Quality problems. - Conflicting priorities. - Incorrect documentation. - Training issues. We offer competitive salaries, recognition programs, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans with employer match, professional development, tuition assistance, hybrid remote work, and over 300 career paths across global sites. Join us at Safran Seats USA, where your talents are valued and nurtured as we collectively evolve and excel. ### QUALIFICATIONS - High School diploma or equivalent preferred. - One to three years of related experience required - equivalent education and background may be substituted for experience in some areas. - Completion of formal welding training program is a plus - Highly skilled in using TIG welding equipment and precision measuring instruments - Requires a thorough understanding of shop practices and procedures. - Must be able to read and interpret average to complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information, route sheets, work orders, safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. - Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. - Must be certified on 2 materials of the Company's choosing - Must be able to qualify for MVP certification - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality - Knowledge of material properties, hardware specifications, and welding compatibility - Familiarity with rework techniques and common welding defects - Employee must be able to obtain and maintain all required certifications and licenses. "Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status." Candidates applying must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 19, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 31, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 80 days - Location: Gainesville[Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-tig-heliarc-welder-a_176451.aspx?LCID=1033) ## More jobs at Safran ### [EDL Technician Dress Cover/Patternmaker](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/5cdcf0d22bfedb55d153/) Gainesville ### [Fabrication Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/8e0be11ad62784f18a46/) Gainesville ### [Fabrication Supervisor 2nd Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/e2875938d5fd82dc4e6f/) Gainesville ### [Repair Station Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/f7063b3b2574e3e49908/) Gainesville ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Thợ Hàn 6G TIG / Welder 6G TIG](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/jobs/a0e62e5153096b541db2/) GE Vernova · Quang Ngai ### [Aerospace Tig Welder 3rd Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-aerospace/jobs/37df7c5c993a5296b575/) GE Aerospace · Beavercreek ### [Tig Welder](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-aerospace/jobs/3b1861a88eb3bfc16aee/) GE Aerospace · Lynn ### [Technician (TIG Welder)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/rolls-royce-holdings/jobs/80f73fec93cb5a3857d1/) Rolls-Royce Holdings · Seletar ### [Welder](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/emcor-group/jobs/a5febec53d2deb92e336/) EMCOR Group OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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