Aircraft engines operate under extreme temperatures, immense pressure, and zero tolerance for failure. When a turbine blade is refurbished, a combustion liner repaired, or a compressor casing restored to service, the weld must be flawless not just visually, but metallurgically.
Company Overview
We are looking for a skilled TIG Welder to join our aerospace component refurbishment facility in Singapore. You will work on high-value aircraft engine parts, performing precision welding on exotic alloys and thin-gauge materials that demand steady hands, excellent process control, and strict adherence to technical specifications. This is not structural welding or heavy fabrication. It is precision work, often under magnification, with acceptance criteria measured in thousandths of an inch. If you have NITEC or GCE ‘O’ Level qualification and at least one year of relevant welding experience particularly in aerospace, precision engineering, or similar high-integrity sectors this role offers technical challenge, career development, and the stability of a global industry leader.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform precision TIG welding on aircraft engine components including turbine blades, vanes, combustion liners, cases, housings, and ducting.
- Interpret engineering drawings, repair schemes, and welding procedure specifications to determine joint configuration, filler material, and welding parameters.
- Set up and adjust TIG welding equipment, including power sources, torch assemblies, gas lenses, and foot pedal controls, for various material thicknesses and joint geometries.
- Select appropriate filler metals and tungsten electrodes for nickel-based superalloys, titanium, stainless steel, and other aerospace-grade materials.
- Conduct visual inspection of completed welds for penetration, colour, contour, and freedom from cracks, porosity, or incomplete fusion.
- Operate under magnification as required for small, intricate components and thin-gauge sections.
- Maintain precise documentation of repairs performed, including materials used and inspection results.
- Adhere strictly to aerospace quality standards, NADCAP requirements, and customer specifications.
- Maintain welding equipment in optimal condition, performing routine checks and reporting discrepancies promptly.
- Collaborate with engineers, NDT technicians, and quality assurance personnel to ensure repair schemes are executed correctly.
- Participate in ongoing welder qualification testing and skills advancement programs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and static-safe work area in compliance with aerospace facility protocols.
Qualifications
Education:
- GCE ‘O’ Level or NITEC qualification in Precision Engineering, Aerospace Machining, Welding, or a related discipline.
Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of relevant TIG welding experience in aerospace, precision engineering, oil and gas, or other high-integrity manufacturing sectors.
- Experience welding thin-gauge materials and exotic alloys is strongly preferred.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in TIG welding process with excellent hand-eye coordination and steady manipulative skill.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, and repair specifications.
- Familiarity with welding nickel-based superalloys (Inconel, Hastelloy, Waspaloy), titanium, and stainless steels.
- Understanding of weld defect recognition and acceptance criteria for critical applications.
- Basic measurement skills using callipers, micrometers, and inspection gauges.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to zero-defect quality.
- Ability to work patiently on repetitive, high-precision tasks requiring concentration and consistency.
- Good communication skills in English for following instructions and completing documentation.
- Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and materials.
Preferred:
- Previous experience in aerospace engine component repair or manufacturing.
- Certification to AWS D17.1 or equivalent aerospace welding standard.
- Familiarity with NADCAP requirements for welding and brazing.
- Experience working under magnification for small-component welding.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience, qualifications, and certification level.
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and wellness benefits.
- Career development opportunities within a global aerospace leader including advanced welding certifications, cross-training in other processes, and pathways to inspection or engineering roles.
- Precision work environment with state-of-the-art equipment, proper ventilation, and controlled lighting conditions.
- Technical challenge. You will weld materials and geometries that most fabricators never encounter.
- Stability and reputation. Join a world-class organization recognized for excellence in aviation maintenance and repair.
- Dynamic, multinational team with opportunities to learn from experienced technicians and engineers.
- Safe, compliant workplace with rigorous adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
How to Apply
If you are a TIG welder with precision experience and want to apply your skill to the demanding, rewarding field of aerospace component repair, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and clear copies of your NITEC or GCE ‘O’ Level certificates, any welding certifications, and relevant experience letters through the application portal or contact details provided in the job posting.
In your cover letter or email, please include:
- Your years of TIG welding experience and the types of materials and components you have worked on.
- Your educational qualifications and any formal welding training or certifications.
- Your availability and expected salary.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a practical welding assessment under magnification and a technical interview. Be prepared to discuss your experience with thin-gauge materials, exotic alloys, and working to aerospace quality standards.
