Welder II

Welder II ($29.80) – BAE Systems, Inc.

Lays out, performs fit‑up, tacks, and welds parts to produce a weldment or sub‑weldment. Joins a variety of metals (aluminum, steel, stainless steel) using a full range of welding processes in different positions. Performs rework on products involving repair of defective welds and machined features. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Works from engineering drawings, work instructions, operation/process sheets, pictures, and project specifications.
• Operates manual and semi‑automatic welding and plasma cutting equipment; skilled in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW); operates oxy‑fuel cutting equipment and a plasma torch for cutting.
• Operates pneumatic tooling such as grinders, sanders, drills, and threaded‑hole tapping equipment for fit‑up.
• Uses fixtures to layout, locate, and position parts and features to be welded and reworked.
• Uses a band saw to fabricate simple parts, spacers, tie‑bars, and other items required in a welding department.
• Inspects work using precision measuring instruments.

• A minimum of one year of experience with a technical background.
• Must pass a GMAW overhead (4G) weld certification test in aluminum or steel.
• Must have the ability to use a band saw to fabricate simple parts.
• Must be able to recognize out‑of‑specification conditions and defects in weld workmanship.
• Must complete required shop floor paperwork and documentation.
• Must read and interpret drawings with weld symbols, machined features, and the UDLP/TACOM aluminum‑steel weld code book.
• Must work in a team‑oriented work environment.
• Must be capable of wearing respiratory protective equipment.

• Must possess all the skills required of a Welder I.
• A minimum of three to six months welding experience at the Vehicle Up‑Grade Facility.

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which determines wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well‑being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by the CBA, so benefits may differ from those described here. Generally employees receive health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. Additional perks include discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.

Leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave such as military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in company recognition programs to receive monetary or non‑monetary awards.

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company delivering 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—and it’s what we do at BAE Systems.

Working here means using passion and ingenuity where it counts, defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. At BAE Systems you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Defense and Space Manufacturing