Weld Technician - Services Technology Acceleration Center

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Welding Technician for the STAC aerospace manufacturing team in Cincinnati. You will set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment including laser systems to repair aerospace components, following strict welding standards.

Ideal candidate has 3–5 years laser/welding experience, CW/CLWT certification, and ability to read complex drawings, document outcomes, and work safely in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or GED from an accredited program; technical field preferred.
• CW and/or CLWT certification or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience operating laser systems in manufacturing.
• Experience in aerospace welding standards is desirable.
• Fluent in basic English; strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate traditional welding equipment and fixtures to produce aerospace parts.
• Set up and operate laser welding systems per specifications.
• Maintain and calibrate welding equipment and manage consumables.
• Follow GE Nadcap/AWS procedures and detailed work instructions.
• Read complex drawings and ensure tolerances per manuals.
• Adhere to safety, health, and environmental regulations; lift 50 lbs.

Skills

Welding

Laser welding

Engineering drawings

Documentation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED

CW/CLWT certification

Tools

Laserdyne

Laser equipment

Fixtures & gauges

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Services Technology Acceleration Center (STAC) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Welding Technician to join our aerospace manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will possess experience with welding systems with a background in aerospace welding standards. The technician will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining welding equipment to repair aerospace components, including both traditional and laser welding technologies.

Job Description Summary

The Services Technology Acceleration Center (STAC) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Welding Technician to join our aerospace manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will possess experience with welding systems with a background in aerospace welding standards. The technician will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining welding equipment to repair aerospace components, including both traditional and laser welding technologies.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate traditional welding equipment, and use fixtures, tools and gauges to produce aerospace parts meeting engine manual tolerances.
• Follow detailed work instructions and practice weld procedures per GE and Nadcap/AWS specifications.
• Operate laser systems to perform welding tasks on aerospace components. Set up laser machines according to engineering specifications and production schedules. Adjust machine settings to optimize performance and ensure compliance with technical requirements.
• Equipment and Inventory Management: Maintain and calibrate equipment to ensure accurate and reliable performance. Monitor and manage inventory levels of cleaning agents, solvents, consumables, and spare parts. Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of materials and supplies.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies in all operation, maintenance and repair activities. Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures to minimize hazards and risks in the MRO shop.
• Follow technical plans, work from complex product drawings, manuals, specifications, and other company/customer specifications to meet desired manufacturing objectives
• Oversee and coordinate equipment calibrations.
• Evaluate equipment calibrations for compliance to standards and specifications.
• Ability and willingness to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to follow all STAC safety regulations.
• Ability and willingness to follow all health, waste, and chemical regulations.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution in a technical field or completion of a relevant apprenticeship program preferred.
• Certified Welder (CW) and/or Certified Laser Welding Technician (CLWT) or equivalent
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience operating Laserdyne or similar laser systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous experience in the aerospace industry is desirable.
• Fluent in basic English knowledge
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Desired Characteristics & Experience

• Strong understanding of welding and laser technology
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

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: No