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Sr Welder

Job in Slidell, St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, 70459, USA
Listing for: Textron
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-06
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Manufacturing Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Sr Welder

Description

_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 Land Systems business area  Visit  &  to read more about who we are and the products we make

_About This Role_

* * Start date is contingent upon full Land Vehicle award

* We believe people should love what they do   as a Sr Welder, you will be responsible for:

* Welding of Ballistic Steel materials in all positions  Must be able to work from standing, sitting, lying and kneeling positions  Some work must be accomplished with the use of mirror welding

* Some work will have to pass RT, PT, and NDT type testing

* Climbing on and over bulkheads, up and down ladders

* Tack welding  kneeling, standing, sitting, lying, overhead burning of steel, dragging torch line

* Use of jacks, porta powers and come a longs; some of which can weigh as much as 25 lbs

* Lifting of material and tools  jacks, porta powers, come a longs, etc  Also loading and unloading of parts

* Crawling through vehicle on top of floor plates and through hatch/door openings

* Bending and twisting of your body as needed to get into different compartments

* Operation of cranes and forklifts

* Use of power tools  gougers, skill saws, cut saws, grinders   All require two hands on tools to operate in safe manner

* Walking on top of vehicle roof and bottom plates when position in the rollover fixture to achieve welding on a flat

* Need to be able to work with your hands

_Qualifications_

* Two Three  2 3  plus years of GMAW, FCAW and GTAW experience needed

* Demonstrated skills based on the results of the welding test

* Must be able to weld in all positions

* Must be able to certify as a Welder in accordance with M&L Policies/Procedures and Weld Standards

* Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task or work with little or no prior notification

* Must be able to read drawings, must know basic weld symbols and know how to use fillet weld gauges

Education Requirements:

* High school diploma or GED certificate

Essential Physical Demand Requirements:

Physical demands described have been validated by on site job analysis  They are representative of the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job  The following information is a synopsis of key physical demand requirements determined from a detailed job analysis:

Postural:
Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout a sufficient range of motion that will permit the employee to work in a variety of postures involving a range from floor to overhead level  Flexing and twisting of the trunk and other awkward postures are occasionally required

Dexterity :
Must have a good dexterity and frequently use one and two hands throughout the work period for hand tools and handling materials

Cardiorespiratory Demand :
Must have sufficient cardiorespiratory fitness to be able to perform medium work involving constant standing and walking, material handling and performing work in a hot, humid environment

General Physical Activities :
Include standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distant/reading, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs and balancing

Physical Demand Level   Medium :
Must be able to perform medium physical labor as classified by the United States Department of Labor  Physical demands typically involve lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling not to exceed 60 lbs

_How We Care_

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful  We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives

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

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of…
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