Weld Engineer

Unison; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Provided

Job summary

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is seeking a Weld Engineer to lead weld and braze programs, ensuring safety, quality, and cost objectives while supporting NADCAP compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will oversee qualifications, documentation, training, and process validation, partnering with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to drive improvements and new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 3+ years weld engineering or manufacturing experience, OR; A High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of weld engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Experience administering a weld and/or braze program, including operator qualification/certification, annual assessments, refresher training, machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, and part qualifications.
• Familiarity with weld joint inspection requirements and non-destructive testing methods, and NADCAP requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and implement solutions using a structured problem-solving approach.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and administer the weld and braze programs, including development, qualification, control, and continuous improvement of weld/braze processes, parameters, weld joint variables, and critical process controls.
• Administer operator program requirements, including annual weld and braze assessments, annual refresher training, and issuance and maintenance of welder certifications.
• Perform and document machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, and part qualification records to support process and product validation.
• Develop, review, release, and maintain Manufacturing Engineering Procedures, work instructions, and related controlled documentation.
• Provide technical support for welding/brazing equipment, tooling, operators, and compliance activities, including process audits, NADCAP requirements, and adherence to internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Welding engineering

Manufacturing experience

NADCAP

Problem solving

Project management

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering

High School Diploma with 7+ years welding experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world.

The Weld Engineer provides manufacturing engineering support for weld and braze operations, with safety, quality, delivery, and cost as core priorities. This role is responsible for administering weld and braze programs, including annual assessments, refresher training, welder certifications, machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, documentation control, part qualification records, and support of NADCAP compliance requirements. The role also supports production, material discrepancy investigations, continuous improvement initiatives, cost-out projects, and new product/process implementation while exercising sound technical judgment and appropriate independence in day-to-day execution.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Own and administer the weld and braze programs, including development, qualification, control, and continuous improvement of weld/braze processes, parameters, weld joint variables, and critical process controls.
• Administer operator program requirements, including annual weld and braze assessments, annual refresher training, and issuance and maintenance of welder certifications in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Perform and document machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, and part qualification records to support process and product validation.
• Develop, review, release, and maintain Manufacturing Engineering Procedures, work instructions, and related controlled documentation.
• Provide technical support for welding/brazing equipment, tooling, operators, and compliance activities, including process audits, NADCAP requirements, and adherence to internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead troubleshooting and structured problem-solving for weld/braze-related production and quality issues, including support for material discrepancy reports and technical investigations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost-out opportunities in partnership with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
• Support new product introduction and transition from development into production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of 3 years of weld engineering or manufacturing experience, OR; A High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of weld engineering or manufacturing experience

Desired Characteristics & Experience

• Degree in Welding Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience administering a weld and/or braze program, including operator qualification/certification, annual assessments, refresher training, machine qualifications, weld schedule qualifications, and part qualifications.
• Familiarity with weld joint inspection requirements and non-destructive testing methods, and NADCAP requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and implement solutions using a structured problem-solving approach.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced a 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.

The base pay range for this position is $87,000 to $116,000 per year. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. 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 November 3rd, 2026.

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.

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 Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

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

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes