Welder (Land)

Welder (Land)(

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 CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE BUSINESS business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role We believe people should love what they do – as a Welder in this role, you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities: • Welding[RH1.1] of Ballistic Steel and Aluminum 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. • Other duties assigned by leadership.

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[RH2.1] be able to certify as a Welder in accordance with M&L Policies/Procedures and Weld Standards. • May need to qualify to contractual welds standards per the contract that are outside of Textron’s internal Policies 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

How We Care At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. 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.

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

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

346012)

: US-Louisiana-Slidell

: Manufacturing

: Full-time

: Individual Contributor

: Standard

: First Shift

: No

: 11/03/2026, 2:29:11 PM