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NAVSEA Qualified Welder

Romeo, MI · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

NAVSEA Qualified Welder - Shipbuilding / Defense Pay: Based on experience Position Summary We are seeking experienced NAVSEA Qualified Welders with current or recent production welding experience ...

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Romeo, MI · On-site

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Welder - Hiring Now

Lansing, MI · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

We are seeking dependable and skilled Welders to join our defense manufacturing team at various levels (I, II, and III). Welders are responsible for producing high-quality welds on components used in ...

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Welder

Mobile, AL · On-site

$20 - $25.75/hr

Requirements: * 3+ years of welding experience in manufacturing, fabrication, aerospace, defense, marine, shipbuilding, rail, heavy equipment, automotive, industrial manufacturing, or similar ...

Hermeus

Welder

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$25 - $65/hr

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative ... As a Welder , you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and ...

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Welder

Atlanta, GA

$25 - $65/hr

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative ... As a Welder , you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and ...

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Welder

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$25 - $65/hr

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative ... As a Welder , you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and ...

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Welder

Los Angeles, CA

$25 - $65/hr

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative ... As a Welder , you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and ...

Hermeus

Welder

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$25 - $65/hr

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative ... As a Welder , you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for defense welder in the United States is $22.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Defense Welder job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,302 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Robotic Weld Technician Programmer

Jackson, MI • On-site

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Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate and program robotic MIG/TIG welding cells supporting complex defense-program weld assemblies.

  • Troubleshoot weld assemblies using CMM reports and inspection data, and recover robotic welding equipment from fault conditions.

  • Adjust robot points and welding parameters, support process improvements, and set up fixtures for production changeovers.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Robotic Weld Technician / Programmer to join a defense weld assembly manufacturing facility in Jackson, Michigan. This position will operate and program robotic MIG/TIG welding cells supporting complex defense-program weld assemblies.

This role offers the opportunity to grow through multiple competency levels, taking on increasing responsibility for robotic welding, programming, fixture setup, troubleshooting, quality, and process improvement.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of industrial welding experience, hands-on experience with robotic welding systems, and the ability to troubleshoot weld assemblies using CMM reports. Experience with Motoman, Panasonic, or Fanuc robot controllers is highly valued.

Because this facility supports defense contracts, export-control and facility-security requirements may apply.

Key Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot weld assemblies using CMM reports and inspection data
  • Recover robotic welding equipment from fault conditions and restart programs
  • Adjust robot points and welding parameters to maintain weld quality
  • Navigate PLC screens and select programs to support production changeovers
  • Apply GD&T principles to prints, layouts, and inspections
  • Change and set up welding fixtures for job and program changeovers
  • Operate and adjust robotic welders, including harmonizing, timing, and setup of new fixtures
  • Utilize offline programming (OLP) software to prepare robotic welding jobs
  • Independently troubleshoot robotic welders and coordinate with OEM/Miller support when necessary
  • Interpret CMM reports to identify build issues and develop corrective actions
  • Drive process improvements to achieve quality first-piece production
  • Support safe, efficient, and consistent robotic welding operations
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical trades training preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of industrial welding experience
  • Competency in Prototype Welding Technician Level 2 functions
  • Hands-on experience with at least one of the following robot controllers:
  • Motoman
  • Fanuc
  • Experience navigating PLC screens and selecting programs
  • Experience reading and applying GD&T
  • Ability to troubleshoot robotic welding equipment and production issues
  • For advanced-level responsibilities, verifiable offline programming experience using RoboGuide, RobotStudio, or equivalent
  • Strong mechanical and troubleshooting abilities
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production and engineering teams
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move items weighing more than 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the shift
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, moving mechanical parts, industrial equipment, vibration, and loud noise
  • Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  • No travel is expected for this position
Defense Industry Requirements
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States
  • U.S. Person status may be required for ITAR/export-control purposes
  • Position may be subject to facility access badging, drug screening, and background check requirements specific to defense contracts

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled robotic welding professional looking to take their expertise to the next level while working with advanced robotic welding technology in a defense manufacturing environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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