Shipboard Brazing Pipefitter – Naval Refits

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Brazer Pipefitter to join our growing team supporting the Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) on naval aircraft carriers. You will braze and install piping systems aboard ships to support fleet modernization and readiness.

The role requires qualification in brazing processes, the ability to read blueprints, and experience with layout tools. U.S. citizenship and DoD secret clearance are required, with potential travel.

Qualifications

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent.
• Proficient with brazing and pipe fitting procedures (P-1 High energy systems; Lock-ring, silver braze - Grade III, IV, V).
• Ability to qualify Insert (Pull Ring) and Face Feed.
• Experience testing installed piping systems.
• Able to interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications to fabricate/install piping.
• Proficient with use of layout tools.
• Must obtain and maintain DoD secret security clearance and base access credentials.
• U.S. citizen required.

Responsibilities

• Support trades team on active class surface ships for fleet modernization.
• Meet standards on contracts such as Naval Undersea Warfare Center, NAVWAR and NAVSUP commands.
• Install and braze piping systems; operate, maintain, repair and modify equipment.
• Provide maintenance and technical support on shipboard systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and diagnose issues to minimize downtime.
• Follow and develop technical documents including work packages, procedures, tests, and reports.
• Interface with customers and provide work direction as needed.
• Perform duties outside specialty to complete installation or work assignment.

Skills

Brazer/Pipefitter

Pipefitting

Blueprint interpretation

Layout tools

Hand tools

Security clearance

Education

High School / Trade School

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Brazer Pipefitter to join our growing team supporting the Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) on naval aircraft carriers. You will braze and install piping systems aboard ships to support fleet modernization and readiness.

The role requires qualification in brazing processes, the ability to read blueprints, and experience with layout tools. U.S. citizenship and DoD secret clearance are required, with potential travel.