Welder Jobs

Position Summary:
A welder welds together metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions through the use of weld equipment and tools.
Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge:
This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of a second class mechanic in the Weld shop. A second class mechanic must demonstrate an intermediate knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.
Intermediate knowledge means that the mechanic understands how to perform tasks in these categories (including, but not limited to, the specific tasks identified below) and is able to complete them independently, without assistance. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks.
Welding & Installation

• Weld stainless steel and carbon steel and possibly other alloys
• Weld structural steel in all positions.

Testing

• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED
Minimum Relevant Experience: 1 to 5 yrs.
A third class mechanic must demonstrate an intermediate understanding of various structural welds and how to operate and maintain the machines that fabricate and repair metal structures, equipment and machinery. Must be proficient in obtained welding certification: SMAW plate, SMAW Pipe, GTAW Pipe, and any other certification.

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
• Must know how to measure using a scale and tape measure
• Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
• Must be able to obtain a government access badge.
• Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals
• Must be able to wear safety PPE and use personal hand tools (adjustable wrenches, wire cutters, pliers, etc.)

This job description does not include all activities, duties or responsibilities required for this position. The key duties, responsibilities and requirements identified in this description are subject to modification by the Company (in consultation with the Union, as appropriate) at any time.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Must work towards or be enrolled in on-going measures for certification: (Preferred)

• Certification in gas metal arc welding (GMAW) (a welding process in which an electric arc forms between a consumable wire electrode and the work piece metal(s), which heats the work piece metal(s), causing them to melt, and join)
• Certification in flux-cored arc welding (FCAW or FCA) (a semi-automatic or automatic arc welding process)
• Certification in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as manual metal arc welding (MMA or MMAW), flux shielded arc welding or informally as stick welding (manual arc welding process that uses a consumable electrode covered with a flux to lay the weld)
• Certification in submerged arc welding (SAW) ( a common arc welding process that requires a continuously fed consumable solid or tubular (metal cored) electrode)
• Certification in gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) (arc welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld)
• Other certifications for welding various materials to include: carbon steel, stainless steel, copper nickel, and aluminum

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.