Senior Shipboard Welder — Navy Systems & C5ISR

Serco; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Inc. is hiring an Advanced Marine Welder to support U.S. Navy ships and C5ISR system installations in Norfolk, Virginia.

You will fabricate, assemble electromechanical and electronic assemblies, and work with heavy equipment while maintaining strict safety protocols. The role requires 5+ years shipboard welding, ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance, and willingness to travel up to 10% as projects demand.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of shipboard welding experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance.
• Able to access shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS) and pass background checks/drug screen.
• Complete Serco welding procedures within 30 days of starting: Serco-001 to Serco-012.
• Own tools and pass company weld test.

Responsibilities

• Assemble metal components and repair damaged metal parts using heavy machinery.
• Review blueprints and cut metal to the required shape.
• Smooth metal surfaces to remove creases and defects.
• Climb shipyard stairs/ladders and perform layout under decking; handle material handling as needed.
• May train personnel on machinery/tools and test equipment.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team training

NAVSEA knowledge

Security clearance eligibility

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Pre-certification weld tests

PPE compliance

Job description

Serco Inc. is hiring an Advanced Marine Welder to support U.S. Navy ships and C5ISR system installations in Norfolk, Virginia.

You will fabricate, assemble electromechanical and electronic assemblies, and work with heavy equipment while maintaining strict safety protocols. The role requires 5+ years shipboard welding, ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance, and willingness to travel up to 10% as projects demand.