Eng Technologist I
About The Position
BAE Systems is seeking an entry level Engineering Technologist - Weld to support our weekend shift Weld Operations by applying general knowledge of training curriculum for welding processes as well as supporting continuous improvement efforts on existing methods and equipment. This exciting entry level opportunity offers the ability to learn and implement cutting edge welding technology, thereby making a real difference in the success of BAE Systems. You will be working under general supervision contributing to the completion of organizational projects and goals. In this position, you will be supporting the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business onsite at our Aiken, SC facility. This role is scheduled to work the weekend shift where the hours are Friday, Saturday & Sunday (12hr shifts).
Requirements
- Associate’s degree (e.g., Manufacturing Technology, Weld Engineering, Applied Technology, Welding Degree, etc.), and two (2) year’s experience; or a relevant Weld Certification, High School Diploma and 4+ year’s experience; or a relevant bachelor’s degree with no experience.
- Must be able to work a weekend shift Friday through Sunday (5:00AM - 5:30PM)
- Must be able to demonstrate a hands-on competency test to include welding and ability to visually identify weld defects through interview process.
- Hands on welding and terminology experience with one or more of the following processes: Gas-Metal-Arc Welding (GMAW), GMAW-Pulse, Gas-Tungsten-Arc Welding (GTAW), Shielded-Metal-Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to support under general supervision maintaining training materials and supporting relevant training.
- Computer literacy to include MS Office applications including Word and Excel
- Demonstrated ability to promote world class safety performance through relevant project work and participation in safety audit programs
Nice To Haves
- Experience in DOD / Defense weld manufacturing environment.
- Experience with supporting welder testing, training and performing audits
- Experience working with individuals on welder defects and weld technique.
Responsibilities
- Working under general supervision, you will have the opportunity to support professional technical work that involves knowledge of engineering principles, manufacturing concepts, techniques and practices.
- Support a team by conducting ongoing audits to ensure compliance with our standards.
- Investigate and implement new technology to improve process quality and effectiveness.
- Monitor weld equipment and facilitate improvements, repairs and replacement activities.
- Provide effective, timely production engineering support to address technical issues.
- Provide on the job training to include welding with operators to address welding technique and defects.
- Maintain materials and work area used for weld school and welder qualification testing.
- Support testing / qualification activities and records.
- Support continuous improvement opportunities to positively impact Quality and Cost metrics.
- Support the world class safety performance and culture at BAE systems by actively seeking to improve workplace safety and ergonomics.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental leave
- military leave
- bereavement leave
- any applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
