Inside Machinist – Precision Metal Fabrication & Assembly

Nassco; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, Virginia, seeks skilled Inside Machinists at Journeyperson levels 1–4 to fabricate and assemble components. Positions involve setting up conventional and special-purpose machines, reading blueprints, and verifying tolerances with precision tools.

Shifts include 0600-1445 with some weekends; minimal supervision at higher levels. NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities in a busy shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating conventional and special-purpose machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and shop math.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts.
• Select fixtures, tools, and materials for milling, turning, and grinding.
• Verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments.
• Perform trial runs to verify machine settings and accuracy.
• Assemble parts using jigs, fixtures, and hand tools as required.

Skills

Machinist experience

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Lathe/Milling work

Tools

Turret lathe

Boring mill

Engine lathe

Milling machine

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, Virginia, seeks skilled Inside Machinists at Journeyperson levels 1–4 to fabricate and assemble components. Positions involve setting up conventional and special-purpose machines, reading blueprints, and verifying tolerances with precision tools.

Shifts include 0600-1445 with some weekends; minimal supervision at higher levels. NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities in a busy shipyard environment.