Weld Engineering Technologist

Job Description
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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. In this role as a Weld Engineering Tech, you will research and apply our specifications to process development and manage consumable tracking and compliance. You'll prepare, conduct, and evaluate Weld Engineering analysis/documentation, test/examination, and performance and procedure qualification in compliance with customer requirements and applicable welding standards and specifications. As a Welding Engineering Technologist, you'll provide support to the Manufacturing Engineers supporting the welding processes and operations in the Weapons Systems portfolio.
Duties to include:

• Assist in selecting weld equipment and consumables.
• Prepare and conduct weld engineering analysis of materials and procedures.
• Engage in weld procedure and performance qualifications.
• Use knowledge of welding to assist department in non-conformance tracking and defect prevention.
• Review supplier capability and suitability to provide acceptable product and comply with government specifications.
• Contribute to the creation of welding standards and specifications.
• Assist in addressing non-conformances and assist in Root Cause and Corrective Action activities.
• Develop and write technical documentation, revise existing documentation, and provide input to technical papers or presentations.
• Support of onsite weld school.
• Develop work documentation for tracking, certification, and procurement of weld consumables.
• Support 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.
• Conduct or assist with testing of new gases, consumables, or materials.
• Participation in new process development and PQR submittals.
• Work with the production staff on new process implementation.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a technical discipline and four years of related experience, or an Associates and six years of related experience, or the overall equivalent.
• Experience required in Welding, Weld Engineering Technology, SAW, GMAW, SMAW, and/or GTAW welding processes.
• Understanding of welding specifications such as AWS, ASME, or NAVSEA.
• Familiarity with equipment and technologies relevant to welding and Weld Engineering.
• Working knowledge of NDT inspection techniques, processes, and interpretation of results.
• Experience in writing technical documentation for production operations and consumable tracking.
• Computer skills including experience working with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant business applications.
• 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.
• Ability to adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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.