Textron

Associate Welder

Textron  •  New Orleans, LA (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

Associate Welder (

Job Number:

341122)

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

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

  • Welding of 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.
  • 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 craft on top of tees and through manholes
  • Bending and twisting of your body as needed to get into different compartments.
  • Operation of cranes, forklifts
  • Use of power tools (gougers, skill saws, cut saws, grinders). All require two hands on tools to operate in safe manner
  • Walking on tops of frames and tees (uneven walking surfaces)
  • Need to be able to work with your hands.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of related experience.
  • Demonstrated skills based on the results of the welding test.
  • Note: Level will be determined based on relevant experience, scope of role, skills, etc

Education Requirements:

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. May be required to lift up to 35 pounds for a single person lift, and up to 70 pounds team lift

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 Sea Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

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 StatementTextron 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 CompanyTextron Systems

Primary Location

US-Louisiana-New Orleans

Job Field

Manufacturing

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Travel

No

Job Posting

05/19/2026, 1:18:18 PM

Textron

About Textron

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: www.textron.com.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Providence, RI
Year Founded
Unknown
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