We Coach Welders in Aerospace
Our Mission
Empowering the next generation to build the future of aerospace through exceptional welding education, career guidance, and community support.
Aerospace welding is awesome. It is the only skilled trade that feels like playing a video game.
Why is the Aerospace Welding Industry so great?
Comfort, cleanliness, and career growth. Being an aerospace welder means to:
Earn recognition for your TIG welding skills.
As an aerospace welder, your focus is strictly on quality TIG welding, adhering to the stringent standards of the welding industry. Never work outside, get dirty, or overexert yourself. Just deliver your best work. Maintaining a clean work environment is crucial in aerospace welding work, ensuring the structural integrity of aircraft and spacecraft components.
Upgrade your life.
Open up a world of career opportunities and pick the direction of your career. You can (1) become a master journeyman aerospace welder, (2) transition into engineering or supervising or, (3) start your own TIG welding business.
Make an impact.
Jets, rockets, and exotic alloys. This industry has got it all. Look towards the sky. Your work is flying high.
AerospaceWelder.com is an online platform and digital community that provides accessible, high-quality content designed for your success in aerospace welding.
We’re driven to bring more passionate people into the field, empowering individuals from all backgrounds to get the mentorship, education, and support they need to join the next generation of aerospace welders.
Aerospace Welding Techniques
Aerospace welding involves a range of specialized techniques that require precision, skill, and attention to detail. Some of the most common techniques used in aerospace welding include:
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW): Also known as Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding, this process uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce high-quality welds. It’s ideal for welding thin sections of stainless steel and light metals like aluminum and magnesium.
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW): Also known as Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding, this process uses a continuous wire feed to produce high-speed welds. It’s commonly used for welding thicker materials and is known for its efficiency and speed.
Plasma Arc Welding (PAW): This process uses a high-temperature plasma arc to produce high-quality welds on a variety of materials. It’s particularly useful for precision welding applications in the aerospace industry.
Micro TIG: This specialized TIG welding technique is used to produce high-quality welds on small, intricate parts. It’s essential for applications requiring extreme precision and minimal heat input.
Micro MIG: Similar to Micro TIG, this technique uses a specialized MIG welding process to produce high-quality welds on small, intricate parts, ensuring strength and durability.
Resistance Welding
Laser Welding
Lathe Welding
Friction Stir Welding
Stick Welding
These techniques require a high level of technical knowledge and skill, as well as specialized equipment and materials. Aerospace welders must be adept at working with a variety of materials, including aluminum, titanium, nickel alloys, and stainless steel, and must be able to produce high-quality welds that meet strict industry standards.
Job Responsibilities and Work Environment
Aerospace welders work in a variety of settings, including manufacturing facilities, repair shops, and research and development labs. Their job responsibilities may include:
Welding and fabricating parts for aircraft, spacecraft, and other aerospace vehicles
Inspecting and testing welds to ensure they meet industry standards
Working with engineers and designers to develop new welding techniques and processes
Maintaining and repairing welding equipment and tools
Collaborating with other welders and technicians to complete projects
Aerospace welders typically work in a clean, well-lit environment with minimal physical demands. However, they may be required to work in confined spaces or at heights and may be exposed to hazardous materials and equipment. They must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines, as well as maintain accurate records and documentation.
Skills and Qualifications Required
To become an aerospace welder, one typically needs to have a combination of formal education and welding experience. Some common skills and qualifications required for aerospace welders include:
High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of a welding training program or apprenticeship
Certification in GTAW, GMAW, or PAW welding
Experience working with a variety of materials, including aluminum, titanium, nickel alloys, and stainless steel
Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Aerospace welders must also be able to pass a background check and obtain any necessary security clearances. They must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be willing to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and techniques.
What is aerospace welding?
Aerospace welding is the construction of aircraft and space vehicles using manual gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) techniques called freehand TIG welding.
Why do we post AI-generated videos on social media?
I signed an NDA to work in my aerospace company. Since using my phone to record welding in the facility is illegal, I use AI to make aerospace welding videos to raise awareness of the trade.
This is my way of bypassing government regulations to draw attention to this exclusive industry.
How can I become an aerospace welder?
You can apply to entry-level aerospace welder jobs with the following experience:
1-2 years of professional TIG welding experience.
Exotic alloy experience.
AWS D17.1 welding certification.
If you do not have all the experience, you'll need to learn how to showcase your skills properly on your resume.
How is aerospace welding harder than normal welding?
Welding in the aerospace industry has to be done just right to ensure safety and reliability.
That means following strict rules set by the American Welding Society (AWS), known as the AWS D17.1 Specification for Fusion Welding for Aerospace Applications. This spec has the highest acceptance criterion compared to other industries.
That’s why aerospace welding is associated with being so difficult. The standards are sky-high.
Am I good enough to become an aerospace welder?
You have to be consistent and professional. To get into this, you must be skilled at welding exotic alloys. Be prepared to weld two different types together with thicknesses that don’t always match up. Moreover, you'll have to be an expert at using a turntable, so you better be a pro at feeding filler wire.
Is aerospace welding a dying trade?
When I say aerospace welding is a dying trade, I don't mean the industry is dying. The industry isn’t going anywhere, but it desperately needs more skilled welders. In fact, there are more job openings now than in previous decades.
Here is the rundown:
Many experienced aerospace welders are about to retire, and they're taking their skills and knowledge with them. Aerospace companies are in a rush to find replacements, especially as the industry expands with the rise of private space travel.
We're losing skilled welders faster than we can train new ones. Many new candidates don’t have the necessary skills or knowledge. Some can't even pass the welding test during their interviews.
The entry requirements for new welders have been slightly lowered because of this shortage. Not enough qualified welders are applying.
What I'm saying is: "Guys, we're headed towards a serious issue and we need to fix this."
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