Lead Shipboard Welder & Mentor (Marine/Naval)

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) matching

Education scholarships

Paid holidays

Job summary

Mission Technologies is hiring a seasoned welder/lead for shipboard installation, repair, and modification of mechanical systems aboard submarines and surface ships. You will supervise a team, perform complex welding, and ensure NAVSEA-aligned safety standards.

The role requires 4+ years in marine fabrication, ability to train juniors, and security clearance eligibility, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of welding and metal fabrication experience in marine/industrial environments.
• Ability to train junior personnel and supervise small work teams.
• Must be able to obtain CAC badge and DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and modify shipboard mechanical systems and equipment.
• Lead welders and mechanics during shipboard alterations.
• Train and mentor junior personnel to ensure safety and quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical performance issues.
• Support technical documentation and work packages as required.
• Maintain communication with customers, engineering teams, and program leads.

Skills

Welding

Supervising

Reading drawings

Education

High School / Trade School

Tools

SMAW

GMAW

GTAW

Job description

Mission Technologies is hiring a seasoned welder/lead for shipboard installation, repair, and modification of mechanical systems aboard submarines and surface ships. You will supervise a team, perform complex welding, and ensure NAVSEA-aligned safety standards.

The role requires 4+ years in marine fabrication, ability to train juniors, and security clearance eligibility, with travel as needed.