Semi-Skilled Welder – Shipyard Craft & Overtime

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (Ingalls Shipbuilding) in Pascagoula, Mississippi seeks semi-skilled welders to advance into higher craft levels.

You will perform SMAW and FCAW welding on structural components, read basic drawings, and work in a demanding shipyard environment across multiple shifts. The role requires at least 6 months of FCAW/SMAW experience, the ability to pass 3G/2G/4G weld tests, and a safe, quality-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of FCAW (Flux Core) and SMAW (Stick) welding experience.
• Must be able to pass military standard tests in 3G vertical, 2G horizontal, and 4G overhead positions.
• Hands-on welding technique and safety-focused mindset are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding using SMAW and FCAW.
• Join metal components and fabricate ship structures.
• Read weld symbols, drawings and blueprints.
• Work in shipyard environments with varied shifts and conditions.

Skills

SMAW welding

FCAW welding

Reading weld symbols

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (Ingalls Shipbuilding) in Pascagoula, Mississippi seeks semi-skilled welders to advance into higher craft levels.

You will perform SMAW and FCAW welding on structural components, read basic drawings, and work in a demanding shipyard environment across multiple shifts. The role requires at least 6 months of FCAW/SMAW experience, the ability to pass 3G/2G/4G weld tests, and a safe, quality-focused approach.