Welder 3 (Sensors)

About the role

Perform wire welding functions and understand basic principles of TIG welding. Set up jigs and fixtures, perform non-structural tack welds, and carry out secondary processing operations including sand blasting, wire brushing, and grinding. Maintain welding equipment including torches, coolers, hoses, cables, and other equipment as needed. Work in compliance with NADCAP requirements and pass reviews for workmanship, procedure reviews, operator assessment, and refresher training. Perform welding functions in areas and/or product lines outside of your home department, assist in new process development and troubleshooting, and produce parts efficiently according to certification and quality guidelines. Interact frequently with internal and external customers and support functions including Planners and Engineering outside of your home department. Train lower level employees, work with limited supervision, and cross-train other employees as needed. Compliantly complete all written and electronic labor tracking documentation. Communicate with team to ensure all members are aware of new processes and ideas, report problems to appropriate resources, and proactively work to improve efficiency and quality. Participate in and support team initiatives, exemplify and coach others on GE Leadership behaviors, and utilize proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures. Other duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform wire welding functions; understand and apply basic principles of TIG welding
• Perform set up of jigs and fixtures; perform non-structural tack welds
• Perform secondary processing operations including sand blasting, wire brushing, and grinding
• Maintain welding equipment torches, coolers, hoses, cables, and other equipment as needed
• Work in compliance to NADCAP requirements
• Pass review for workmanship, procedure reviews, operator assessment, & refresher training
• Perform welding functions in an area and/or product line outside of your home department
• Assist in new process development and troubleshooting of products
• Effectively & efficiently produce parts according to certification and quality guidelines
• Frequent interaction with internal and/or external customers and support functions (i.e. – Planners, Engineering) outside of home department
• Train lower level employees, and work with limited supervision
• Cross-train other employees as needed based upon knowledge and experience
• Compliantly complete all written and/or electronic labor tracking documentation
• Communicate with team to ensure all team members are aware of new processes and/or ideas
• Reports problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach
• Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products
• Participates in and support team initiatives
• Exemplifies and coaches others on the GE Leadership behaviors
• Utilizes proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures per position requirements
• Understands and abides by the GE Leadership behaviors
• Other duties as required

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency
• 3 years welding experience
• Intermediate understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation
• Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools and measuring devices (verniers, micrometers, calipers, go-no go gauges, etc.)
• Proficient in use of basic computer applications
• Familiarity with weld and fusion principles
• Expert understanding of weld symbols and schedules
• Ability to pass visual acuity exam
• Willingness and ability to obtain certifications required for department

Desired Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Transferrable TIG welding experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience in a self-directed team environment
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem-solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Physical Demands

• Ability to continuously use hands and fingers in repetition
• Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, climb, and/or balance
• Ability to continuously sit
• Ability to occasionally lift to 20 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull up to 22 lbs.
• May encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek
• Must be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining

Pay

$27.75/hr, plus eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
• Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions)
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness

Schedule

This posting is expected to close 10/31/26. Relocation assistance is not provided.