Welding Inspector

Position Summary:
BAE Systems is looking for a Certified Welding Inspector to join the dedicated team in Aiken, South Carolina. With a focus on career growth, this full-time onsite role offers a unique opportunity to work within a flexible, rotating schedule encompassing both weekday and weekend shifts. As a Certified Welding Inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting weldments according to various codes, applying Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles, addressing non-conformances, and providing technical quality support to both production and engineering. If you are seeking a significant impact role within a company that prioritizes your professional development, BAE Systems could be the right fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints and work to prescribed specifications.
• Conduct thorough inspections of weldments to meet diverse code requirements.
• Apply GD&T concepts in a practical setting.
• Process non-conformances and determine suitable solutions.
• Provide technical quality support for production and engineering.
• Perform various types of welding inspections, including Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Testing (MT), and Penetrant Testing (PT).

Work Schedule:

• Rotating schedule with a blend of 10-hour weekday and weekend shifts, totaling 40 hours a week on a 4/10 schedule.
• Shifts may change based on the needs of the business, with the possibility of floating shifts.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) qualification.
• Minimum H.S. Diploma with 2+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and professional background in quality inspection, welding, NDT, etc.
• Competence in using MS Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of GD&T.
• Familiarity with reading and understanding raw material specifications.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Experience with Oracle MRP system.
• First Article inspection preparation proficiency.
• Knowledge of PFEMAs and writing inspection plans.
• Experience with Laser Scanner inspection technology.
• Solid understanding of GD&T.
• Familiarity with quality tools.

Location:
Aiken, South Carolina, United States

Pay Information:
Full-Time Salary Range: $70,735 - $120,250

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching.
• Disability coverage and life & accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program and legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Leave types including paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal/state sick leave.
• Company recognition programs and potential incentives based on position.

Experience Required:
Minimum 2+ years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.