**Sr Welder \- Contingent Start** **Description** **_Who We Are_** Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi\-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide\. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch\. Things that move people\. Protect soldiers\. Power industries\. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems\. This role is in Textron System’sMarine & Land Systemsbusiness area\. Visit TextronSystems\.com& Lycoming\.com to read more about who we are and the products we make\! **\ * \ * Start date is contingent upon full land vehicle award\ * \*** **_About This Role_** + We believe people should love what they do – as a Sr Welder, you will be responsible for: * Welding of Ballistic Steel materials in all positions\.Must be able to work from standing, sitting, lying and kneeling positions\.Some work must be accomplished with the use of mirror welding\. Some work will have to pass RT,PT NDT type testing\. * Climbing on and over bulkheads, up and down ladders\. * Tack welding \(kneeling, standing, sitting, lying, overhead burning of steel, dragging torch line\) * Use of jacks, porta\-powers and come\-a longs; some of which can weigh as much as 25 lbs\. * Lifting of material and tools \(jacks, porta\-powers, come\-a longs, etc\.Also loading and unloading of parts\. * Crawling through craft on top of tees and through manholes * Bending and twisting of your body as needed to get into different compartments\. * Operation of cranes, forklifts * Use of power tools \(gougers, skill saws, cut saws, grinders\)\.All require two hands on tools to operate in safe manner * Walking on tops of frames and tees \(uneven walking surfaces\) **·** Need to be able to work with your hands\. **Qualifications** **_Qualifications_** * Five \(5\) plus years of GMAW,FCAW and GTAW experience needed\. * Demonstrated skills based on the results of the welding test\. * Must be able to mirror weld or learn to mirror weld during a short training period\. * Must be able to certify as a Welder in accordance with M&L policies and standards\. * Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task or work with little or no prior notification\. * Must be able to read drawings, must know basic weld symbols and know how to use fillet weld gauges\. **Education Requirements:** + High school diploma or GED certificate **Essential Physical Demand Requirements:** Physical demands described have been validated by on\-site job analysis\.They are representative of the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job\.The following information is a synopsis of key physical demand requirements determined from a detailed job analysis: **Postural:** Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout a sufficient range of motion that will permit the employee to work in a variety of postures involving a range from floor to overhead level\.Flexing and twisting of the trunk and other awkward postures are occasionally required\. **Dexterity** :Must have a good dexterity and frequently use one and two hands throughout the work period for hand tools and handling materials\. **Cardiorespiratory Demand** :Must have sufficient cardiorespiratory fitness to be able to perform **medium** work involving constant standing and walking, material handling and performing work in a hot, humid environment\. **General Physical Activities** :Include standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distant/reading, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs and balancing\. **Physical Demand Level \- Medium** :Must be able to perform medium physical labor as classified by the United States Department of Labor\.Physical demands typically involve lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling not to exceed 60 lbs\. **_How We Care_** At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful\.We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives\. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop\. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace\. Below are just a few examples\! \- Flexible Work Schedules \- Education Assistance \- Career Development & Training Opportunities \- Wellness Program \(including Fitness Reimbursement\) \- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401\(K\) with Company Funding \- Paid Parental Leave **_Are you a Military Veteran?_** Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country\.We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company\. **EEO Statement** Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\. **Recruiting Company:** Textron Systems **Primary Location:** US-Louisiana-Slidell **Job Function:** Manufacturing **Schedule:** Full-time **Job Level:** Individual Contributor **Job Type:** Standard **Shift:** First Shift **Job Posting:** 02/14/2024, 7:14:03 AM **Job Number:** 321096