Welder 2 (Switches)

GE Aerospace; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off for vacation/illness

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a skilled welder in Norwich, CT to perform wire and TIG welding, set up jigs, and complete secondary operations per certification and quality guidelines. The candidate will read blueprints, handle basic measuring tools, and maintain equipment while supporting NADCAP compliance.

This role offers $23/hour with a discretionary annual bonus plan, robust benefits, and opportunities for development in a safety-focused, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• 1 year welding experience or completed welding training.
• Basic interpretation of blueprints and process sheets.
• Ability to use hand tools and measuring devices.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.
• Basic understanding of weld and fusion principles.
• Weld symbols and schedules understanding.
• Willingness to pass visual acuity exam.
• Willingness to obtain required department certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform wire welding functions.
• Understand and apply TIG welding principles.
• Set up jigs/fixtures; perform non-structural tack welds; finish operations including sand blasting, wire brushing, and grinding.
• Maintain welding equipment torches, coolers, hoses, cables, and other equipment as needed.
• Work in compliance to NADCAP requirements.
• Pass reviews for workmanship, procedure, operator assessment, and refresher training.
• Cross train to other areas and/or product lines outside of home department.
• Assist with troubleshooting of products.
• Produce parts according to certification and quality guidelines.
• Frequent interaction with internal/external customers and support functions.
• Complete labor tracking documentation.
• Communicate with team on new processes and ideas.
• Report problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach.
• Proactively improve efficiency and quality of products.
• Participate in and support team initiatives.
• Utilize PPE and safety procedures; abide by GE Behaviors.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint interpretation

Hand tools & measuring devices

Basic computer applications

Visual acuity

Certification readiness

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• 1 year welding experience or successful completion of welding training at a trade/vocational facility.
• Basic understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation.
• Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools and measuring devices (verniers, micrometers, calipers, go-no go gauges, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.
• Basic knowledge of weld and fusion principles.
• Basic understanding of weld symbols and schedules.
• Ability and willingness to pass visual acuity exam upon offer.
• Ability and willingness to obtain certifications required for department

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Perform wire welding functions.
• Understand and apply basic principles of TIG welding.
• Perform set up of jigs and fixtures, non-structural tack welds, and secondary processing operations including sand blasting, wire brushing, and grinding.
• Maintain welding equipment torches, coolers, hoses, cables, and other equipment as needed.
• Work in compliance to NADCAP requirements.
• Ability to pass reviews for workmanship, procedure, operator assessment, and refresher training.
• Ability and willingness to cross train and perform welding functions in other areas and/or product line outside of your home department.
• Assist with troubleshooting of products.
• Effectively & efficiently produce parts according to certification and quality guidelines
• Frequent interaction with internal and/or external customers and support functions (i.e. - Planners, Engineering) outside of home department.
• Compliantly complete all written and/or electronic labor tracking documentation.
• Communicate with team to ensure all team members are aware of new processes and/or ideas, etc.
• Reports problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach.
• Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products
• Participates in and support team initiatives.
• Utilizes proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures per position requirements.
• Understands and abides by the GE Behaviors
• Other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a 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.).
• Familiarity with 5S & lean manufacturing knowledge.
• 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Transferrable TIG welding experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience in a self-directed team environment.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to continuously use hands and fingers in repetition
• Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, climb, and/or balance.
• Ability to continuously sit; ability to occasionally lift to 20 lbs.; ability to push/pull up to 22 lbs.

This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

All job descriptions are subject to change.

The pay for this position is $23/hour. 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 10/31/26.

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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes 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].

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