Welder/Combat Vehicle Mechanic - General Dynamics Land Systems US

Responsibilities:     

• Perform Preliminary Hull Damage Assessment and Corrosion Assessment on all Stryker Family of Vehicles.
• Perform Welding tasks on all Stryker Family of Vehicles as a GDLS Certified welder in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) processes. 
• Perform welding procedures on accident damage / battle damage Stryker family of vehicles following engineering Structural Assessment.
• Perform welding procedures and task, advise and assist in the validation, and implementation of Welding as required.
• Determine layout and weld parts and assemblies according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Conduct welding and maintenance tasks for installation of Retrofit kits of the Stryker family of vehicles.
• Identify and advise Supervisor/Management regarding problems within technical areas as required.
• Must meet certification requirements and perform scope of work in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and procedures.
• Must complete certification for Nondestructive Testing (NDT) to become a Welder Self-Inspector. (Refer to JBLM Procedure 9585-234)
• Obtain and maintain required welding certifications to weld on Stryker Family of vehicles.
• Welding to include operation of slag tool, pre-heating, air arcing, grinding, plasma cutting equipment.
• Operate overhead crane and forklift.
• Perform pre and /or post operation and safety checks of equipment.
• Given Stryker welding Schematics, a Stryker Hull Final Structural Assessment and Repair Procedure, an NMC vehicle and the appropriate tools, the welder will have the knowledge to describe how to troubleshoot and develop a solution to overcome the spatial or structural-based difficulties.
• When not engaged in weld-related activities will support mission needs as a mechanic.  Conduct services, repair and troubleshoot Stryker combat vehicles. Install kits to MWO standard.
• Overtime and off-shift work may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Must meet and maintain Anthropometric Size Restrictions (ASR) as outlined in Standard Practice (SP) 2-644.
• Must complete certification for Nondestructive Testing (NDT) to become a Welder Self-Inspector. (Refer to JBLM Procedure 9585-234)
• Must have extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and acquired knowledge of GDLS processes, products and military technology.
• Requirement for NDT Certification
• Pass vision exam
• Jaeger.
• Ishihara Vision color contrast differentiation test.
• Successfully complete classroom requirements and on the job (OJT) as an inspector trainee and/or Limited Level II inspector.
• Note: Contact hours may be completed simultaneously.
• Visual Testing (VT) classroom requirements of 32 hours, pass the written exam and a total of 140 hours of contact hours.
• Liquid Dye Penetrant Testing (PT) classroom of 12 hours, pass written exam and 140 hours of contact hours.
• Must be U.S. Citizen willing and able to obtain / maintain a Passport.
• Must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) for access to military bases.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must satisfy weld entrance exam.
• Must satisfy skills test- including vision, audio, respirator clearance and physical.
• Two (2) years welding experience is preferred.
• Must be able to lift and handle a minimum weight of 70 lbs. weight limit.
• Required to certify on various metals and alloys.
• Required to obtain an overhead crane license.
• Required to obtain a forklift operator’s license.
• Must be able to obtain three (3) welding certifications (flat, horizontal, vertical) within a 6-week time frame. 
• Travel to off-site location will be required.
• Must be able to deploy both CONUS and OCONUS for extended periods of time.  
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• May be required to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. 

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Learning and understanding the fundamentals of General Dynamics weld procedures and requirements.
• Learning and understanding the function of General Dynamics Quality systems.
• Lifting and handling of various parts (including weld wire and tool bags) -- minimum of 70 lb. weight handling limit.
• Climbing ladders and into and onto structures.
• Potential for walking and standing on uneven surfaces.
• Bending, kneeling, standing and stooping.
• Working in and around dust and fumes.
• Working in areas with a high noise volume.
• Welding hood is required at all times.
• Depending upon departmental assignment wearing a respirator may be required.
• Using hand tools including, but not limited to sledgehammer, pry bar, large wrenches, air/gas couplings.
• Operating overhead crane for lifting and moving material.
• May be required to operate a forklift to move material.
• Overtime and off-shift work may be required.
• Additional responsibilities and interfaces may be assigned.