Senior Shipfitter II — Naval Vessel Construction

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc. in Norfolk, VA seeks a Shipfitter II to join our naval ship repair team, performing precision fitting, fabrication of steel and aluminum plates, and shipboard structural work aboard U.S. Navy vessels.

Candidates will interpret blueprints (MIL-STD 22D), lay out reference lines, fabricate templates, set up torches and plasma cutters, and mentor junior fitters while ensuring compliance with safety and shipyard procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school certificate required.
• Minimum 10 years of related ship fitting experience in naval ship repair or construction.
• Proficient in interpreting shipboard blueprints, drawings, and MIL-STD 22D.
• Experience leading and training junior mechanics and fitters.
• Meets NAVSEA and shipyard workmanship standards for fitting and structural alignment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced fitting and fabrication of steel and aluminum plate and structural shapes on naval ships.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and sketches for accuracy.
• Lay out, measure, and mark center, buttock, and frame lines.
• Fabricate templates and jigs for bending, shaping, and bracing metal structures.
• Set up and operate TORCHES and plasma cutters for fit-up and layout work.
• Align and secure structural parts for final installation.
• Coordinate with welders, supervisors, and quality inspectors to ensure fit-up accuracy.
• Mentor junior fitters in layout techniques and drawing interpretation.
• Assist in documentation of fit-ups and quality control checks.
• Perform Fire Watch duties and comply with OSHA and shipyard safety policies.

Skills

Precision fitting

Blueprint interpretation

Lead and train junior fitters

Read MIL-STD 22D drawings

Layout reference lines

Education

High school diploma or trade school certificate

Job description

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc. in Norfolk, VA seeks a Shipfitter II to join our naval ship repair team, performing precision fitting, fabrication of steel and aluminum plates, and shipboard structural work aboard U.S. Navy vessels.

Candidates will interpret blueprints (MIL-STD 22D), lay out reference lines, fabricate templates, set up torches and plasma cutters, and mentor junior fitters while ensuring compliance with safety and shipyard procedures.