Outside Machinist/ Outside Machine Operator (Grades 7 - 9)

Bath Iron Works; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled technicians to install and operate ship equipment, including machinery and weapons systems. This role involves critical tasks such as layout, testing, and compliance with safety procedures. Candidates should have a strong background in mechanical fields, with experience in reading blueprints and using various tools. Join a dynamic team where your expertise in shipboard systems will contribute to successful sea trials and machinery operations, ensuring the highest standards of safety and performance in maritime engineering. If you are passionate about working in a hands-on environment and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2 years Trade or Technical schooling in mechanical field or 3 years experience.
• Must be able to read blueprints and perform layout and math calculations.

Responsibilities

• Install ships equipment including machinery and weapons systems.
• Safely activate, test, and operate ships' main propulsion systems.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Layout Skills

Math Calculations

Equipment Alignment

Machining Methods

Torqueing Methods

Gas Turbine Operating

Hydrostatic Flushing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade or Technical Schooling

USCG Engine License or QMED Certification

Navy or Coast Guard Experience

Tools

Basic Shop Tools

Hand Tools

Torqueing Tools

Portable Drilling Tools

Measuring Tools

Job description

Job Description

The pay range for this position ranges from $28.88/hr - $32.08/hr.

Install ships equipment which includes general machinery, main machinery, weapons systems, remote operating gear, etc. This involves layout, tacking, grinding, drilling, reaming, spot facing, bolting, torqueing, testing, etc. And/or responsible for safely activating, testing, and operating ships' main propulsion and auxiliary systems in accordance with approved procedures, practices, and policies. Responsible for complying with approved Departmental Operating Instructions. Read and interpret test memos. Participate in sea trials and work list ship systems to provide direction to the construction mechanics.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience using basic shop tools, tacking, hand tools, torqueing, and portable drilling tools.
• 2 years Trade or Technical schooling in a mechanical field, or at least 3 years of experience working in a mechanical field And/or
• Any of the following:
• Valid USCG engine license or QMED certification for steam, motor, or gas turbine engines.
• A minimum of 3 years Navy or Coast Guard experience in an engineering position, minimum E4 pay grade.
• A minimum of 3 years successfully operating and testing shipboard systems.

Required/Preferred Experience

• Required - Must be able to read blueprints in detail.
• Required - Must be able to do layout, read measuring tools (tape measure, inside and outside micrometers, Vernier or dial calipers), and perform simple math calculations.
• Preferred - Knowledge of equipment alignment, machining, and torqueing methods.
• Preferred - Gas Turbine operating experience.
• Preferred - Hydrostatic flushing and testing systems.
• Required - Must meet the requirements of the O04 physical task analysis.