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LSV IAM Metal Fab & Welding II

BAE Systems USA

Louisville, KY

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Arc Welding, Bandsaw, Blasting, Blueprints, Computer Security, Customer Support/Service, Electronics, Emerging Technology, Engineering Drawing, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fast Food, Functional Testing, Gas Welding, High School Diploma, Industry Standards, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Metal Cutting, OSHA, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Physical Demands, Plasma, Procedure Development, Product Development, Product Programs, Quality Control, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Schematics, Technical Support, Testing, Training/Teaching, Welding
LOCATION
Louisville, KY
POSTED
Today
Job Description

What's it like working for an innovative company that takes on some of the world's most important challenges? Rewarding. We are currently looking for a Production Welder who takes pride in their work and rises to the challenge to deliver products that help protect the lives of those who serve. Here, you'll grow your career through training and development opportunities and the support of a knowledgeable team. We are committed to excellence with the products we make and by providing an environment where our employees feel valued. Enjoy a career where you can feel safe, be rewarded, and proud of the work you do. This position is based at our Louisville, Kentucky facility on the Weekend 1st Shift. Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 5am-5pm (This position will ultimately be on the weekend "B1" shift from 5AM to 5PM. It will likely require a period of training on the week day shift before moving to the weekend.)

As a Welder, you will:
  • Welding Operations: Perform precise welding on various materials (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings to plan layouts.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Operate and maintain welding equipment, including torches, grinders, and welding machines.
  • Quality Control: Inspect completed welds for flaws and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
  • Safety Adherence: Maintain a clean work area and strictly follow OSHA regulations, including using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Required Skills and Education
  • High School Diploma or GED, with 3 years of welding experience. Ability to read specifications.
  • Must be capable of setting up and operating a wide range of fabrication and welding equipment to include but not limited to: band saw, cut off saw, rollers, press, pipe, plasma, weld, and various power tools.
  • Must make complex setups and hold close tolerances in the fabrication and weld manufacturing cycle of a variety of parts made from various materials and configurations-bar stock, ferrous and nonferrous metals, stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, Monel, Inconel, and Hy80.
  • Must be able to weld the following processes and pass functional weld test: (GTAW) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding; (GMAW) Pulsed Spray; Gas Metal Arc Welding; (FCAW) Flux Core Arc Weld; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW); Automatic Submerged Arc Welding (SAW). Employees will be required to pass additional function tests to meet visual and workmanship requirements on certain products or programs.
  • Must be able to use cutting and metal removal processes such as (CAC-A) Carbon Arc Cutting/Gouging, and (OFC) Oxy-fuel Cutting.
  • Must be able to weld in all positions: Flat, Vertical, Horizontal, Overhead, etc. as required.
  • Must be able to weld the following materials: Steel, Stainless, Aluminum, and any other materials, some of high complexity, required by a particular program.
  • Must be able to pass a written exam covering all Workmanship Specifications and acceptance criteria for Visual Inspection.
  • Must have the knowledge and the ability to apply algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric functions to blueprint dimensions in the manufacture of complex parts.
  • In-process and completed welds shall meet visual and workmanship requirements IAW governing fabrication document(s) to include but not limited to weld contouring, joint fit-up inspection, 5X visual inspection of root weld, weld spatter removal, arc strikes, etc.
  • Welding operations shall follow IAW established Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) at all times; including but not limited to amperage, volts, travel speed, filler material type, preheat and interpass temperature, etc.
  • Responsible for suggesting and working with Manufacturing Engineering and others in developing alternate methods and procedures which contribute toward more efficient and economic product manufacturing.
  • Employees assigned to closed areas may be required to assist with ancillary tasks such as painting, blasting, assembly to ensure product completed.
  • Performs fitting and fabrication functions as assigned.
  • Must understand shop floor computerized time and attendance system and independently execute assigned responsibilities. Examples of those responsibilities are clocking in and out upon arrival and departure from work, close production order operations when work is complete, etc.
Physical Demands:
The work requires employee to stand for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and climb. Frequently handles objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Occasionally lifts objects weighing up to 35 pounds. Cranes, hand trucks, and other lifting and moving equipment are available for heavier loads.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

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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