A tack welder joins together structural fillet joints as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions through the use of weld equipment and tools.
Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge
This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of a tack welder in the Weld shop. A tack welder must demonstrate an introductory knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.
Introductory knowledge means that the tack welder has a basic understanding in how to perform tasks in these categories (including, but not limited to, the specific tasks identified below) and is able to complete them with some assistance. This also means that the tack welder has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks. In most cases, as specified, the tack welder is expected to assist, rather than completing the task independently.
Welding & Installation
- Satisfactory fillet weld break test in accordance with S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 (Current Revision)
- Satisfactory completion of workmanship training
- Examine work pieces for discontinuities and defects by measuring work with inspection gauges (fillet weld gauges, V-wac, scale, etc.) to ensure conformance with specifications
Practical Theory Requirements
A tack welder must demonstrate an introductory understanding of various structural fillet welds and how to operate and maintain the machines that fabricate and repair metal structures, equipment, and machinery. Must be able to obtain the following welding certification: SMAW carbon steel fillet weld break test.
Other Requirements
- Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
- Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
- Must be able to understand units of measure, to include fractions
- Must be able to measure using a scale and weld inspection gauges
- Must be able to wear safety PPE and use personal hand tools (adjustable wrenches, wire cutters, slag hammer, wire brush, etc.)
- Must have knowledge of preheat and interpass temperature control measures.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Welding & Installation
- Satisfactory fillet weld break test in accordance with S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 (Current Revision)
- Satisfactory completion of workmanship training
- Examine work pieces for discontinuities and defects by measuring work with inspection gauges (fillet weld gauges, V-wac, scale, etc.) to ensure conformance with specifications
Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
