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Job Ref:

3174780600

Employer:

Network Company Name:

Linked LLC Industry:

Manufacturing and Production Job Type:

Full Time State:

Michigan City:

Romeo Zip Code:

48065

Post Date:

09/13/2026

Job Description Job Description Pay:

Based on Experience Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Armor Welding Specialist / Defense Fabrication Welder with hands-on experience welding armor steel for defense or military vehicle applications. This position requires demonstrated work with high-strength armor materials and controlled welding procedures. Candidates must have actual defense or armor-steel fabrication experience; general MIG or structural welding alone will not meet the requirements. Responsibilities Weld and fabricate armor-steel components and defense assemblies Perform GMAW/MIG and/or FCAW multi-pass welding on high-strength and quenched-and-tempered steels Fabricate components such as armor panels, hulls, doors, turrets, vehicle structures, and ballistic protection assemblies Work from fabrication drawings, welding symbols, specifications, and controlled welding procedures Follow qualified Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) Control preheat, interpass temperature, heat input, fit-up, and distortion Complete welds to required quality and dimensional standards Perform inspections and address weld defects or fabrication issues Maintain accurate welding and production documentation Follow all safety, quality, and defense-industry procedures Required Qualifications Documented professional welding background with armor-steel or defense fabrication experience Hands-on experience with one or more of the following:

MIL-DTL-12560

armor plate

MIL-DTL-46100

high-hardness armor plate

SSAB ARMOX 500T SSAB ARMOX 440T

Experience welding high-strength or quenched-and-tempered steels GMAW/MIG and/or FCAW welding experience Experience working to controlled or qualified WPS requirements Knowledge of preheat, interpass temperature, heat input, fit-up, and distortion control Ability to read fabrication drawings, welding symbols, and specifications Current or previous recognized welder qualification/certification relevant to the work Ability to provide permitted examples of previous work, project history, references, weld samples, or photographs when allowed by confidentiality requirements Preferred Qualifications AWS welder qualification and/or AWS D1.x experience TACOM, military ground-vehicle, or defense OEM welding background Experience with defense-specific welding procedures and qualifications Familiarity with NDT and weld inspection AWS CWI, CWE, or SCWI credentials for senior or lead-level candidates Company Description Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive. Company Description Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.