Weld Engineer II

Textron Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K)

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Weld Engineer II to oversee welding processes across the product lifecycle, from design to fulfillment. You will work with design teams to ensure manufacturability, document welding procedures, and drive process improvements for quality and safety.

The role requires 3+ years in quality, welding, or manufacturing, with knowledge of ISO 9001 and ability to read engineering drawings. Strong communication and independent work style are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in quality, welding, or manufacturing roles.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality standards and programs.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs the technical aspects of welding processes.
• Interface with design engineering to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Establishes welding processes per national/military standards.
• Develops improved processes and safety procedures.
• Identifies problems and provides resolutions for welding processes.
• Performs root cause analysis and process improvements.
• Develops quality plans with product-specific instructions and records.
• Reviews engineering and manufacturing documentation.
• Sets minimum quality standards, tests and process controls.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality engineering

Welding

Manufacturing

Communication skills

Attention to details

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing, Metallurgy or Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Weld Engineer II

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’s CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE BUSINESS business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

The Weld Engineer is responsible for assuring that Companies and products will adequately meet the objectives of the contracts or sales agreements by maintaining surveillance over all phases of the product's cycle from design until successful fulfillment of intended objectives.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs the technical aspects of all types of welding processes and issues within the SSC group.

• Directly interface with the product design engineering team to ensure design for process and manufacturing requirements are addressed and met.

• Establishes and documents welding processes in accordance with national and military standards/specifications.

• Develops, recommends, and coordinates the implementation of improved/enhanced processes, techniques, and safety procedures for all welding performed within the company.

• Identifies problems with and identifies the resolution of welding processes, issues, and concerns.

• Performs root cause analysis with emphasis on eliminating problems through design analysis, ergonomic issues, and machine/welding/assembly process improvements including equipment/materials purchasing requirements.

• Develops overall quality plans using the systems concept identifying in terms of the product involved, general instructions, test and sampling procedures, specific parts and assembly instructions, material disposition, records, tables, charts, and graphs required.

• Reviews Engineering and Manufacturing information such as new and revised designs, specifications and bills of materials; production, tool and test equipment drawings; production and tool plans; operation and routing sheets; production, storage, and shipping methods; and facility and floor space requirements.

• Plans the minimum quality standards, test, and inspection requirements and process controls.

• Performs other job related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing, Metallurgy or Industrial Engineering.

Position Requirements:

• Experience working in quality engineering department preferably in a marine/military/aerospace industry is a plus.

• Three plus years of quality, welding, or manufacturing experience.

• Working familiarity and knowledge of ISO 9001 quality standards and programs.

• Familiarity with government contracts desirable.

• Familiarity with military standards and specifications and able to read, interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics desirable.

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

• Ability to interact effectively with management, peers and other employees relative to quality and technical issues.

• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

• Attention to details

• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel.

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. 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.

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Louisiana-New Orleans
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 10/19/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Job Number: 345539