Entry-Level Pipe Welder – TIG & SMAW

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Pipe Welder Semi-Skilled for our October 2026 Hiring Event. The role focuses on welding stainless steel and copper-nickel piping using GTAW/TIG processes, in a demanding shipyard environment with multiple shifts.

We value candidates with formal pipe welder training and experience in TIG root and stick fill, and are offering full-time employment with competitive benefits. U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a pipe welder program at a vo-tech or other training school.
• Training in TIG root and stick fill and cap on steel piping in the 6GR position.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipe welding on Stainless Steel and Copper-Nickel piping using GTAW (TIG).
• Work in a shipyard environment with day/night shifts as required.
• Follow safety procedures and shipyard welding standards.

Skills

Pipe welding

Reading blueprints

Education

Pipe welder program completion

6GR TIG root training

Tools

SMAW Stick Welding

GTAW TIG Welding

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Pipe Welder Semi-Skilled for our October 2026 Hiring Event. The role focuses on welding stainless steel and copper-nickel piping using GTAW/TIG processes, in a demanding shipyard environment with multiple shifts.

We value candidates with formal pipe welder training and experience in TIG root and stick fill, and are offering full-time employment with competitive benefits. U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions.