PIPE FITTER EXPERIENCED

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 74,297 - 85,196; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site health center

401(k) company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is seeking Pipe Fitters for Newport News Shipbuilding to install complex piping aboard ships and in the shop.

You will read blueprints, fabricate, install, inspect and test piping systems, including extensive mileage on submarines and carriers. Qualifications include at least 1 year of pipe fitter experience, ability to work at heights or in confined spaces, lift 40 lbs, pass a respirator fit test, and work year‑round in all weather.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of pipe fitter experience.
• Able to read blueprints and fabricate/install piping.
• Must pass a Physical Agility Test and respirator fit test.
• Able to work indoors/outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install complex piping systems aboard ships and in the shop.
• Read blueprints, fabricate, install, inspect, and test piping.
• Attend Fundamentals of Piping Fitting class and ongoing training.

Skills

Pipe fitting experience

Reading blueprints

Physical stamina

Ability to work at heights

Ability to work in confined spaces

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $74,297.60 to $85,196.80

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors, and may vary from the posted range.

Responsibilities

Pipe Fitters are responsible for installing complex piping systems aboard ships and in the shop: installing over 23 miles of pipe on a submarine and over 230 miles on a carrier. Duties include reading blueprints, fabricating, installing, inspecting, and testing piping systems onboard a ship. New hires attend a Fundamentals of Piping Fitting class and receive ongoing training to enhance knowledge.

Qualifications

Must be able to work at extreme heights or in small confined spaces.

Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.

Must be able to lift 40 lbs and pass a respirator fit test.

Must be able to work indoors/outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.

Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs.

Must be able to pass Physical Agility Test.

Qualified candidates must have at least 1 year of previous Pipe Fitter experience.

Nice to Have: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Benefits

Newport News Shipbuilding offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on‑site health center, 401(k) company match, employee discounts, and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.