• Welding Technician

    PDS Tech Commercial (New Orleans, LA)


    Fabrication / Welding Technician

    PDS Tech Commercial | Supporting a Leader in the Aerospace Industry

    **Location:** New Orleans, LA

    **Job Type:** Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)

    **Schedule:** Monday–Friday | 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM

    **Pay Rate Starting at:** $27.29 per hour

    **Work Environment:** Fully Onsite | NASA Safety-Sensitive Facility

     

    Build the Hardware That Powers Space Exploration

     

    PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled **Fabrication / Welding Technician** to support a high-profile aerospace program at a NASA Space Launch System (SLS) facility in New Orleans. This hands-on role is ideal for technicians with strong welding, mechanical, and electrical assembly experience who want to contribute to the production and integration of critical aerospace hardware.

     

    You will work directly on components supporting next-generation launch systems, helping ensure quality, safety, and mission readiness.

     

    What You’ll Do

    In this role, you will perform a wide range of fabrication, welding, and assembly tasks, including:

    + Performing machine setup, machining, welding setup, and welding operations

    + Executing sheet metal fabrication, extrusion work, tube bending, and related fabrication tasks

    + Performing composite lay-up, fabrication, and assembly activities

    + Assembling precision mechanical and electro-mechanical components

    + Assembling, repairing, modifying, and installing power plants and drive train components

    + Performing soldering on electronic and avionics products

    + Assembling and installing wire harnesses and avionics components

    + Preparing test articles, fixtures, and data collection devices for testing

    + Performing basic organic chemical conversion and paint preparation

    + Applying routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements

    + Working on articles of limited complexity using established drawings and work instructions

    + Supporting installation activities on the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket

    + Periodically working in different areas of the facility to support evolving program needs

     

    Project-specific training will be provided onsite.

    Required Qualifications

    + Minimum **1 year of welding experience**

    + Solid mechanical and electrical hands-on experience

    + Ability to read and interpret **electrical blueprint drawings**

    + Comfortable working at heights, including use of **JLG lifts**

    + Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety standards **This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.**

    Education:

    + High school diploma or GED with typically 1 or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience in aerospace, aviation, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments

    + Experience with composite fabrication or assembly

    + Familiarity with soldering, wire harness installation, or avionics assembly

     

    Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

     

    When you join PDS Tech Commercial, you become part of a team supporting some of the most advanced aerospace programs in the industry. We offer:

     

    + Competitive hourly pay with full-time consultant stability

    + A consistent second-shift schedule with optional volunteer overtime

    + Hands-on work supporting nationally significant space missions

    + A safety-focused, collaborative work environment

    + Onsite training and ongoing support throughout your assignment

     

    No routine travel is required. If travel were ever needed, it would be limited and project-based.

     

    Apply Today

     

    If you have welding experience, strong mechanical and electrical skills, and want to contribute to the future of aerospace and space exploration, we want to hear from you.

     

    **Pay Details:** $27.29 per hour

     

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

     

    Military connected talent encouraged to apply

     

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    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

    + The California Fair Chance Act

    + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

    + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

    + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

    **Massachusetts Candidates Only:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.