Metal Artisan

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Welder to join our team at BAE Systems. As a key member of our welding team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality work that meets the highest standards.

BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace and security company that offers a wide range of careers in engineering, IT, finance and many other fields.

Our employees work together to deliver complex projects and programmes, collaborating with customers and partners around the world.

As a Welder, you will be working in a fast-paced environment where you will be tasked with welding different materials such as carbon & stainless steel & aluminium using various techniques including Manual Metal Arc, Metal Active Gas, Metal Inert Gas, Automatic & Semi-Automatic Machine Welding (Submerged – Arc & KAT) & Resistance Welding (Stud Welding). You will also be required to weld butts and fillets to a high standard.

Main process – FCAW / MAG – using ceramic tiles, self-verification on all welds and adhering to all SHE related standards associated with welding, including fume control are essential aspects of this role.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Depositing welds that pass both visual and NDE examinations
• Welding with MCAW consumables
• Welding aluminium with MIG process

In addition, you will need to have a clear understanding of SHE and Risk Assessment awareness.

We offer a competitive package that includes a range of benefits such as a pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits and more.