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Confidential
$86,460 - $146,982
Unspecified
Engineering - Systems
Louisville, KY (On-Site/Office)
Job Description
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that's exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.
BAE Systems is seeking a Weld Engineering Technologist that provides engineering and technical support for welding operations in fabrication/manufacture of products. You will be responsible for applying principles of welding and materials science to the development, and manufacturing of the welded assemblies in our portfolio. Researches and applies our specifications to process development. Consumable tracking and compliance.
Prepares, conducts, and evaluates Weld Engineering analysis/documentation, test/examination, performance and procedure qualification in compliance with customer requirements and applicable welding standards and specifications.
The Welding Engineering Technologist provides support to the Manufacturing Engineers supporting the welding processes and operations in the Weapons Systems portfolio.
The Welding Engineering Technologist:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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 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.
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that's exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.
BAE Systems is seeking a Weld Engineering Technologist that provides engineering and technical support for welding operations in fabrication/manufacture of products. You will be responsible for applying principles of welding and materials science to the development, and manufacturing of the welded assemblies in our portfolio. Researches and applies our specifications to process development. Consumable tracking and compliance.
Prepares, conducts, and evaluates Weld Engineering analysis/documentation, test/examination, performance and procedure qualification in compliance with customer requirements and applicable welding standards and specifications.
The Welding Engineering Technologist provides support to the Manufacturing Engineers supporting the welding processes and operations in the Weapons Systems portfolio.
The Welding Engineering Technologist:
- Assists in selecting weld equipment and consumables.
- Prepares and conducts weld engineering analysis of materials and procedures, engaged in weld procedure and performance qualifications.
- Uses knowledge of welding to assist department in non-conformance tracking and defect prevention.
- Reviews supplier capability and suitability to provide acceptable product and comply with government specifications.
- Contributes to the creation of welding standards and specifications.
- Assists in addressing non-conformances and assists in Root Cause and Corrective Action activities.
- Develops and writes technical documentation, revises existing documentation, and provides input to technical papers or presentations.
- Support of onsite weld school.
- Develops work documentation for tracking, certification, and procurement of weld consumables
- Supports Supply Chain and new Suppliers with onboarding, on site visits, and compliance
- Support Supplier Quality with Supplier Audits
- Interface with vendors for support with equipment, consumables, and process development
- Conducts or assists with testing of new gases, consumables, or materials
- Will be instrumental in new process development and PQR submittals
- Work with the production staff on new process implementation.
- Ability to adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Background in Welding, Weld Engineering Technology, and 6 years of relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of NDT inspection techniques, processes, and interpretation of results.
- Experience in SAW, GMAW, SMAW, and GTAW welding processes.
- Experience in writing technical documentation for production operations and consumable tracking
- Capable of working with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant business applications.
- Understanding of equipment and technologies relevant to welding and Weld Engineering.
- Ability to assist and support in solving complex technical problems in operations
- Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers to solve moderately complex technical problems.
- Understanding of welding specifications such as AWS, ASME, or NAVSEA.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle.
- Certification with AWS as a CWI or other relevant certification.
- Associate's degree in an Engineering Discipline preferably welding or similar field
- NDT Level II certification.
- Familiarity with NAVSEA S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, T9074-AD-GIB-010/1688, and T9074-AS-GIB-010/271
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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 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.
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