Welder 4 (Sensors)

-; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in England is seeking a skilled welder with expertise in TIG welding. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and will perform various welding functions, provide mentorship to junior welders, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This position offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 5 years GTAW (TIG) welding experience is required.
• Ability to critically assess weld drawings for accuracy.
• Must pass Visual Acuity exam.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply principles of TIG welding.
• Perform welding functions in various product lines.
• Train employees in welding based on production needs.

Skills

TIG welding

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• 5 years GTAW (TIG) welding experience.
• Expert understanding of weld schedule and process sheet interpretation
• Ability to critically assess weld drawings for accuracy
• Ability to work effectively across all product lines.
• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain certifications required per department requirements.
• Provide training and mentorship to less experienced new welders.
• Must pass Visual Acuity exam.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Understand and apply principles of TIG welding.
• Perform welding functions in an area and/or product line outside of your home department.
• Perform set up of jigs and fixtures; Perform non-structural tack welds.
• Perform secondary processing operations.
• Maintain welding equipment torches, coolers, hoses, cables, and other equipment as needed.
• Work in compliance to NADCAP requirements.
• Must pass review for workmanship, procedure reviews, operator assessment, & refresher training.
• Train other employees in area based on department and production needs.
• Qualify new welds for process improvement and new product development.
• Maintain open and effective communication with support functions; serve as a knowledge base for process improvement and new product development.
• Lead team initiatives.
• Take an active role in continuous improvement including but not limited to, Quick Fixes, 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause analysis, APPS, etc.
• Frequent interaction with internal and/or external customers and support functions (i.e. - Planners, Engineering).
• Exemplifies and coaches others on the GE Behaviors.
• Utilizes proper PPE, safety equipment and follows all safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Transferrable TIG welding experience; strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience to work effectively in a self-directed 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
• Ability to use Microsoft applications to analyze data (i.e. -Word, Excel, Oracle, etc.).

Physical Demands

• Ability to continuously use hands and fingers in repetition and sit
• Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, climb, and/or balance.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20lbs; ability to push/pull up to 20 - 25 lbs.

*All job descriptions are subject to change.

The pay for this position is $28/hr. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 2/28/26.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for the purpose of participating in the application/hiring process with GE. If you are unable or limited in your ability to apply or interview as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail].

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen (as applicable).

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

HRLY AVIATION

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Nationalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities 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.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No