Fabrication Technician - GM Defense

Job Description

Onsite: This position requires the Technician to be onsite on a fulltime basis

The Role

GM Defense is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fabrication Technician to support advanced vehicle build activities at the Milford Proving Ground. This role involves hands-on fabrication and assembly of prototype and modified commercial vehicles, contributing to cutting-edge defense mobility solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise across multiple fabrication disciplines and possess strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

What You'll Do

• Execute complex fabrication and assembly tasks for prototype and one-off vehicle builds.

• Construct and install structural components including roll cages using bed plates with high dimensional accuracy.

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum and steel components.  Build fixturing as needed.

• Operate a variety of shop equipment including lathes, mills, band saws, and press brakes.

• Conduct sheet metal fabrication and manual machining operations.

• Interpret and work from complex engineering drawings and technical documentation.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during vehicle builds.

• Collaborate with engineers and project leads to resolve design and build challenges.

• Support offsite testing and field operations as needed.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Extensive experience in prototype and one-off vehicle builds.

• Proficient in bed plate fabrication and dimensional build practices.

• Skilled in roll cage construction and structural welding.

• Strong mechanical and automotive knowledge.

• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

• Creative problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

• Verbal and written communication skills for interaction across all levels of the organization.

• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and fabrication techniques.

• Candidate must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee).

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Technical coursework, certifications, or Journeyman status preferred for candidates without a post-secondary degree.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. 

The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee).

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY  FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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