Lead Shipfitter: Master Steel Structure Builder

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $3,000

On-site health center

401K company match

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) – Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking skilled Fitters to read blueprints, measure and fabricate steel structures for naval ships. Responsibilities include aligning and tack-welding components and working across shipyard locations to support new construction and ship overhauls.

Employees receive competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, holidays, and comprehensive benefits including on-site health centers and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the U.S.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
• Comfort working in confined spaces and in varied weather conditions
• Read and interpret blueprints/plans to place or fabricate steel structures

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to place, maneuver, or fabricate steel structures.
• Fit and weld steel components for ship construction and repair.
• Work across shipyard locations including shops, platens, and onboard ships.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measure and cut steel

Welding basics

Plan interpretation

Tools

Measuring tools

Grinders

Welding equipment

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) – Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking skilled Fitters to read blueprints, measure and fabricate steel structures for naval ships. Responsibilities include aligning and tack-welding components and working across shipyard locations to support new construction and ship overhauls.

Employees receive competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, holidays, and comprehensive benefits including on-site health centers and a 401K plan.