Welding Engineer

Job Description
BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair (BAE NSR) is seeking to hire a Welding Engineer for our Norfolk, VA, waterfront facility. The candidate will report directly to the Engineering Manager in our Engineering Department and will also interact with other program management team members (Area Managers, Project Managers, Program Managers, Craft Managers, Craft Supervisors, all Shops), government, and commercial customers.

Job Description:

• Ability to research and develop US Navy / ABS welding procedure specifications (WPS); conduct procedure qualifications and develop WPS data sheets in accordance with defined requirements.
• Provide engineering and technical support for welding operations in the fabrication/manufacture/restoration for both shipboard repairs and land based modular construction.
• Research and recommend weld equipment and processes, identifying limitations and production capabilities.
• Review project specifications for welding process, base metals, filler metals, heat treatment, and NDT requirements; select appropriate WPS, and if required, qualify a new WPS and associated data.
• Interact with Structural and Welding Shop supervisory personnel, Quality Dept., welders, suppliers, and 3rd party NDT personnel to review and insure procedures are in compliance with customer requirements and applicable welding standards and specifications.
• Review current welding processes and create action plans to prevent the occurrence of non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality.
• Assist with observation, assessment, training, and certification of welders. Provide insight regarding potential improvements in process, techniques, and training to maximize production and minimize rework.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Welding Engineering required.
• American Welding Society CWI/CWE and ASNT NDT Level II certifications desired.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 4 - 5 years welding engineering related experience in a maritime construction, fabrication, or repair facility is required.
• Thorough knowledge and experience with weld inspection, related NDT (MIL-STD-271) methods (MT, PT, UT, and RT), destructive testing methods is required, and Materials Science.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Understand the hazards associated with welding processes to insure proper application of safety procedures and/or devices.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and fabrication details.
• Ability to interface effectively with customers in the resolution of production concerns or other issues related to quality, cost, and schedule.
• Ability to prepare concise technical reports summarizing key findings and identifying next steps; must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) along with Adobe PDF manipulation and creation.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment to meet internal and external customer requirements and expectations; problem solving, and analytical skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiarity with structural fabrication and welded joint design standards (MIL-STD-1689 and MIL-STD-22D), and quality assurance requirements for welding 5XXX series aluminum (DM-10-623B) is desired.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $57866 - $98372

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
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 naval 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.