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Curtiss-Wright

Welder

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
91 - 120 days
Locations
1 location in South Carolina · jobs available nationwide
Career field
Production
Target MOS/ratings
All

About the program

The Welder SkillBridge Program provides transitioning service members with hands-on training and exposure to welding operations within a manufacturing environment. Participants will develop the technical skills required to perform metal joining processes, interpret work instructions and drawings, and support production requirements while adhering to established quality and safety standards. This program is designed to build foundational welding capability across manual and automatic processes, inspection preparation, and production workflows, with opportunities across multiple U.S. locations based on business needs.

Jobs this program prepares you for

The welder performs assigned metal joining operations in a manufacturing environment in accordance with established work instructions, engineering drawings, and applicable welding procedures. This role supports production requirements by preparing materials, executing welds across multiple processes and positions, and ensuring work meets quality and inspection standards. The positions and ensuring work meets quality and inspection standards. The position operates within a structured shop environment and requires adherence to safety, cleanliness, and process compliance expectations. Competitive Compensation, Comprehensive Health & Welfare Programs including: •Medical• Dental• Vision •Tax Advantaged Accounts • EAP, Income Protection Programs including: •Life, Accident, Disability, and Other Insurance Coverages• Paid Time Off• Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plans: •401k Plan with a competitive Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Contribution •Employee Stock Purchase Plan. *Please note, benefits are country-specific and may vary from location to location.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Experience with all types of welding materials; ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys; castings, forgings, plates, bars, etc., of any required thickness.High school graduate and certified welding program or equivalentExperience with all types and sizes of manual and automatic metal-joining equipment, including but not limited to AC and DC welding machines, sub-arc equipment, torches of all types, and compressed gasses as required.Experience with ovens, hand tools, all required personal protective equipment, clamps, measuring instruments, gauges, dial indicators, fire extinguishers, etc.Automatic welding experience (Buggo, Liburdi, Jetline)Experienced in multiple welding processes

Program duration and training scope may be expanded or condensed based on participant experience, qualifications, and transition timeline. Due to DoW requirements, candidates must be US citizens. Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ

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  • Duration not listed
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  • Duration not listed
  • In person / Hybrid

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• Candidates for this and every DOD Skillbridge opportunity with Leaf Home can intern from 60 – 180 days.• Candidates must be able at least 11-months away from separation of service.• If you are a military spouse and registered…

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