Senior Marine Ship Fitter (Norfolk, VA)

Serco; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Serco Inc. is seeking a Senior Marine Ship Fitter to support U.S. Navy ships with electromechanical and C5ISR system installations in Norfolk, Virginia.

You will fabricate, assemble, and install cabling and equipment on-board naval ships, working closely with customers and Serco teams to ensure safe, high-quality results. Ideal candidates have 8 years of ship fitting experience, knowledge of drawings, and the ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• 8 years of ship fitting experience or equivalent
• Ability to interpret specifications, drawings, blueprints and shop orders
• Experience training shop personnel on machinery, tools and test equipment
• Familiarity with NAVSEA concepts, practices, and procedures
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Interpret specifications, drawings, blueprints, shop job orders and process sheets
• Assign work to qualified personnel
• Train new shop personnel on machinery, tools and test equipment required for quality construction
• Work onboard U.S. Naval Ships and military installations and ensure safety and quality standards

Skills

Ship fitting experience

Blueprint reading

NAVSEA familiarity

Safety awareness

Leadership/assign work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you love and enjoy engaging in manual projects supporting the U.S Navy and our U.S Naval Ships, Serco has a great opportunity for you! As the Senior Marine Ship Fitter, you will be part of a dynamic team supporting our US. Navy Ships with equipment, and C5ISR system installations located in the beautiful surroundings in Norfolk, Virginia and work closely with the customer and other Serco team members to deliver high technology performed on-board U.S. Naval Ships and military installations. Serco supports our US Naval Ships with successful and safe work by providing cabling, equipment, and C5ISR system installations for our Military. You will join an amazing team to fabricate, and assemble various electromechanical and electronic assemblies by applying appropriate safety techniques.

In This Role, You Will

• Interpret specifications, drawings, blueprints, shop job orders and, process sheets.
• Have knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Assign work to qualified personnel.
• Train new shop personnel on machinery, tools and test equipment required for quality construction of products.
• Work onboard U.S. Naval Ships and military installations in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation and the like and with equipment where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, muscle strains, serious injury, or death.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• The ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 8 years of ship fitting experience or relevant/similar experience.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures.
• The ability to get respirator qualified and wear proper PPE throughout their work shift.
• The ability to work in high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs/ladders, work in kneeling position for layout of cable runs under false decking, lift 50 pounds with 80% of work requiring carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 40 pounds for majority of shift while being in a standing, crouching, or walking position.
• Attention to safety (which is critical).
• The ability to obtain access to shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation and pass a drug screening.
• The ability to travel to our other work location in Newport News, VA.
• The ability to travel up to 25% to various work sites.

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

• An active or current Secret Clearance
• Shipyard Experience
• OSHA Certification

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The hourly amount for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This role is covered by the Service Contract Act. For positions on this contract, we will pay the prevailing wage rate for the location in which the employee is working, as determined by the Department of Labor and the Wage Determination (WD). The wage rate will vary depending on the locality. Additionally, you will receive Health and Welfare Benefits based on the WD for the contract.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or Service Contract Labor Standards.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans.

The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail].