Welding and NDI Operations Manager
KIHOMAC
| Company | KIHOMAC |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Layton |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workable) |
Description
Welding & Fabrication Perform TIG welding on aerospace tubular, sheet‑metal, and structural components Certify and maintain qualification to AWS D17.1 for manual GTAW welding of stainless steel, Inconel, cobalt, and aluminum alloys ranging from 0.020” to 0.300” in all positions Set up and lay out jobs using blueprints, diagrams, fixtures, and welding procedures; perform manual welding including use of rotary turntables Execute solvent cleaning, joint preparation, trimming, sizing, polishing, tack‑welding, and fabrication of shop aids/fixtures to support welding operations Perform machine setups to trim, size, form, inspect, and weld material per fabrication drawing requirements Review drawing requirements for dimensional compliance; select correct filler metals and verify weld‑note callouts Visual & Specialized Weld Inspection Conduct visual weld inspection using fillet gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and designated final‑inspection fixtures Inspect weld size, face/root reinforcement, cracks, inclusions, porosity, and overall weld quality Perform videoscope inspection to evaluate root‑side weld conditions Maintain, calibrate, and log preventative maintenance for welding and fabrication equipment Nondestructive Inspection (NDI/NDT) Execute NDI/NDT processes such as Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, and Ultrasonic Inspection in accordance with certified procedures Work under documented NDT procedures that meet customer and regulatory specifications, including control numbers, referenced specs/revisions, and technician signature/date per internal policy Generate and maintain inspection records, including accept/reject results, technique sheets, and documentation required by quality system standards Support weld schedule review and compliance; assist in process control and risk‑reduction activities associated with PFMEA‑based manufacturing controls Quality & Compliance Ensure daily compliance with customer drawings, specifications, and internal quality system requirements Maintain aerospace‑grade workmanship standards and participate in quality audits as needed Apply Lean Manufacturing principles including 5S, teamwork, and general housekeeping Follow all business policies, procedures, environmental, and safety requirements General Duties Manage overall fabrication and assembly efforts Work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain and Operations Technicians to meet stated production goals Supervise large diverse Teams in manufacturing, testing and assembly processes Demonstrate sound decision‑making based on experience and available data Work with minimal supervision and manage workload based on production schedules Consistently strive to meet and exceed job performance requirements Other Duties as assigned Requirements Education/Training: Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred Maintain all welding and NDI certifications Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in the required task area Ability to pass GTAW welding assessments and certify on required alloy/joint combinations Demonstrated eye‑hand coordination and fine‑detail visual accuracy Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions Mathematical competency for measurement, layout, and process verification Have a strong knowledge of Production Management, Quality Control, and Engineering processes that Support Manufacturing Strong attendance and punctuality record. Security: Must be a US citizen Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required Physical Requirements Vision requirements: Jaeger #2 near‑vision at 12” and 20/30 or better far‑vision (with or without corrective lenses) Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and ope