**Weld Engineer II** **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 Marine & Land Systems business area\. Visit TextronSystems\.com & Lycoming\.com to read more about who we are and the products we make\! **About This Role** A Welding Engineer II develops, manages, recommends and coordinates the implementation of a sound welding program and processes through improved weld processes, design specification review, techniques, inspections, and safety procedures\. **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 insure design for process and manufacturing requirements are addressed and met and acts as subject matter expert\. * 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 he 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\. * Keeps abreast of Best Practices and state\-of\-the\-art welding technologies and safety procedures used throughout the industry\. * Serves as a resource in the development of capacity planning, production control and troubleshooting of production welding processes\. * Develops, plans, and administers a welding training class for new and current welders \(minimum of 4 times per year\)\. * Performs all other job related duties as assigned by management\. **Qualifications** **Education:** A BS degree in Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing, Metallurgy or Industrial Engineering\. **Position Requirements:** * * Three \(3\) plus years of progressive experience in weld engineering\. * Level II or III Welder certification a plus\. * Demonstrated technical knowledge of material reactions during welding or other manufacturing process is required, specifically with respect to Aluminum Alloys commonly used in marine applications\. * Demonstrated/ proven contributor and team player within other organizations\. Ability to work independently and closely with a diverse group of people in a team environment\. * Proficient using necessary software programs such as AutoCAD, Project, MS Word and Excel\. * Excellent oral and written communication skills\. * Demonstrated problem identification/analytical resolution skills using statistical comprehension methods are required\. * Ability to interface effectively and efficiently with peers, employees and management within and across the organization is required\. **_Business and Leadership Competencies_** Action Oriented Dealing with Ambiguity Conflict Management Customer Focus Functional/Technical Skills Integrity and Trust Peer Relationships Planning Strategic Agility Building Effective Teams Action Oriented Dealing with Ambiguity Conflict Management Customer Focus Functional/Technical Skills Integrity and Trust Peer Relationships Planning Strategic Agility Building Effective Teams **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 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:** Experienced **Shift:** First Shift **Job Posting:** 02/04/2026, 1:00:00 AM **Job Number:** 339129