TIG Welder (H2O TIG Welder)

Job Highlights

Company Profile

GE Aerospace is a global leader in designing and manufacturing jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a TIG Welder (H2O TIG Welder) to join its team.

Education Level

• High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 years of experience in precision weld-fabrication discipline

Work Experience

• Experience in Lean Six Sigma fundamentals
• Experience in the use of various precision gages, measuring tools, and equipment such as micrometers, dial calipers, height gages, special fixturing, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in fabrication-related discipline

License/Certification

• Associate Degree or Technical Certificate in a weld-fabrication related field from an accredited University or College

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate mathematical calculations; use precision gages/inspection measuring equipment, borescopes, fixturing, etc.; and interpret weld/fabrication/mechanical blueprints, sketches, layouts, engineering specifications or drawings, etc., to determine required weld and fabrication setups and operations to produce precision hardware
• Perform various weld processes (GTAW, Resistance) in various positions, automated welding, fabrication, etc., techniques and operations to a variety of metals such as stainless, Inco, cobalt, etc., and size variations, including .188-2.25” diameters/.028-.049” wall thicknesses, of tubing, fittings, and fabricated parts to produce aircraft engine hardware
• Performing related environmental, health, safety, maintenance, quality, continuous improvement, and production-flow job duties to support plant machinery, equipment, and manufacturing-related initiatives and programs
• Set up and maintain associated equipment, tools, turntables, etc., to produce parts to aircraft quality specifications by drawings, layouts, mylars, blueprints, or written instructions
• Set up and maintain equipment and tools
• Maintaining detailed job task documentation, reports, and records
• Training duties

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability in maintaining relationships by recognizing the needs and sensitivities of others and cooperating and resolving conflicts that inspire the Team in achieving objectives and deliverables
• Demonstrated ability in receiving guidance and supervision, following work rules, safety practices, work procedures, meeting deadlines, and punctuality and attendance standards
• Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical/weld/fabrication blueprint reading and interpretation
• Demonstrated proficiency in the set-up and operation of Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG), brazing, soldering, automated welding tools, and equipment
• Demonstrated proficiency in the set-up and operation of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) tools and equipment
• Demonstrated use of oral and written communication skills
• Experience in the use of various precision gages, measuring tools, and equipment such as micrometers

Work Environment

• Exposure to high heat and bright arc light
• Industrial or fabrication shop environments
• Standing or crouching for extended periods
• Strict adherence to safety and PPE protocols
• Use of water-cooled TIG welding equipment

Employer’s Statement

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.