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Welder

BAE SystemsStirling, Stirlingshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 12 Feb 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

As a Welder at BAE Systems, you'll contribute to cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects, honing your skills with diverse welding processes and materials. This is an excellent opportunity for a certified welder to join a reputable global company with a competitive salary, including shift allowances, and advance your career in a secure and impactful industry. Apply today to become part of a team that protects what matters most and shapes a safer future.

Quick Overview

Salary
£38.7k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Welder | Stirling, United Kingdom | On-site | £38,662 – plus 33% shift allowance

We're hiring for a globally recognised leader in the defence, aerospace, and security sectors, known for pioneering advanced technology and protecting what matters most. This organisation offers a career with purpose, where your contributions are valued, and you can grow with confidence in an inclusive and supportive environment.

The Role

  • Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminium using various processes including MMA, MAG, MIG, FCAW, and automated systems.
  • Produce high-quality butt and fillet welds, including work with ceramic tiles within FCAW/MAG processes.
  • Conduct self-verification of welds to ensure consistent quality and compliance with standards.
  • Adhere to strict safety, health, and environmental (SHE) requirements, applying effective fume-control measures.
  • Work collaboratively within teams to deliver complex welding solutions.

What You'll Need

  • Hold a Modern Apprenticeship certificate (Trade Papers) and relevant mechanical qualifications (e.g., SVQ3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
  • Experience in ceramic-tile welding, Flux-Cored Arc Welding, Metal-Cored Arc Welding, and associated equipment.
  • Ability to produce welds that consistently meet visual and NDE examination standards.
  • Skilled in welding carbon-steel materials within the 4–15 mm thickness range.
  • Good understanding of SHE requirements and experience applying risk-assessment principles.
  • Background in maritime, construction, manufacturing, or similar environments, including MIG aluminium welding and automated welding systems.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary and shift allowance.
  • Opportunities for lifelong learning and career growth.
  • A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Meaningful work contributing to global security.
  • Rewards tailored to employee needs and wellbeing.

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