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Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and self-driven Aerospace Metals Joining Technician to join our dynamic team in the aerospace manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on expertise in various metals joining techniques, including welding, brazing, and heat treatment, with the ability to work independently on complex joining tasks while adhering to stringent industry standards and safety protocols. This role is critical in ensuring the integrity and performance of aerospace components.

Job Description

Perform layout, setup, and welding on various aircraft engine components and assemblies using instructions, prints, or sketches. Achieve required welder qualifications for joining processes, including manual, semi-automated, and automated welding techniques. Fabricate, repair, or rework parts using processes like GTAW, GMAW, PAW, brazing, robotic welding, and more. Program and operate welding systems, apply distortion control methods, and use tools like grinders, files, and measuring equipment for preparation and restoration. Perform basic machining and cutting tasks, inspect welds visually, and understand NDE processes like FPI and x-ray. Collaborate with engineering, shops, and suppliers, document procedures, and ensure quality and efficiency. Train and qualify welders to meet aerospace standards. Perform other related duties as needed.

Perform metals joining tasks on aerospace components using techniques like TIG welding, brazing, and heat treatment.

Work closely with others to plan and complete joining tasks by interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and work orders to choose the right methods and materials.

Inspect and test joined components to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

Operate and maintain welding and joining equipment, keeping it in good condition and properly calibrated.

Collaborate with engineers and quality teams to solve joining issues, suggest process improvements, and recommend solutions.

Accurately document joining processes, including materials used, techniques applied, and inspections performed.

Follow safety rules and best practices to ensure a safe work environment, identifying and addressing risks proactively.

Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by sharing ideas, trying new methods, and using problem-solving skills and technical knowledge.

Qualifications:

+ Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution

Physical Requirements:

+ Ability to lift and carry heavy materials and equipment.

+ Capability to work in various environments, including confined spaces and elevated areas.

+ Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination for precise welding and joining tasks.

Desired Qualification & Skills:

+ Proficiency in various welding techniques, particularly TIG welding, and familiarity with brazing and heat treatment.

+ Strong understanding of aerospace materials, such as stainless steel, inconel, titanium, and other alloys.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

+ Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety standards.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

+ Independent and proactive: able to work with minimal supervision and self-manage workload based off priorities of the lab work

+ Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

+ Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

+ Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed to results

+ Leadership-minded: strong communicator, collaborates effectively, capable of guiding tasks and projects.

+ Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.