SHIPFITTER - SKILLED (October 2026 Hiring Event)

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Shipfitter (Skilled) for a multi-shift, full-time position. The role involves fabricating and assembling steel components, reading blueprints, and working in varying conditions to support ship construction.

The position requires at least 1 year of trade experience, basic math and blueprint-reading skills, and a strong safety mindset. US citizenship is required for this role, with no relocation assistance provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year trade experience.
• Basic math, reading and comprehension skills.
• Read and interpret blueprints utilizing both metric and standard measurements.
• Knowledge of the layout, fit-up and fabrication of steel plate and beam.
• Experience with tools such as grinder, hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jack, chain fall and/or come-a-long, combination square, framing square, hand level and plumb bob.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble and erect metal components for ship hulls and structures.
• Work in different heights and spaces, following safety procedures and standard practices.
• May work day or night shifts depending on production needs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Layout & fit-up

Safety procedures

Tools

Grinder

Hand torch

Hydraulic jack

Ratchet jack

Chain fall

Come-a-long

Combination square

Framing square

Hand level

Plumb bob

Job description

SHIPFITTER - SKILLED (October 2026 Hiring Event)

Location:

Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States

Date: Oct 2, 2026

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today
With more than 11,000 employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we’ve designed, built and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. The largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we’re simultaneously building four classes of ships and have pioneered the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable ships for the surface Navy fleet for decades. Think that’s cool? Keep reading:

The Role

Position Overview
The Ingalls Shipfitter is the truest picture of a Shipbuilding Craftsman. They are the artisans who cut, grind, bend and fi ttogether the raw steel to create the shape of our battle tested ships. Does that sound like an interesting way to make a greatliving? Then a rewarding career as a Shipfitter at Ingalls Shipbuilding, “America’s Shipyard” and Mississippi’s largest privateemployer is waiting for you.
Since 1938, Ingalls workforce has done their part in helping our nation by constructing nearly 70 percent of our US Navy’s fleet of ships. If you possess the talent, skill, ability or even the willingness to learn, perhaps you have what it takes to become a valued team member.
Job Description
An Ingalls Shipfitter, also referred to as a Journeyman Shipfitter or a Boilermaker, is responsible for various tools and equipment used in the fabrication, assembling and erection of metal components at the various stages in constructing amarine vessel. Ingalls shipyard production areas at times involve working at different heights, confined spaces, different weather conditions as well as multiple shifts 24 hours a day. As with most every position in the shipyard, a Shipfitter may be required to work either day or night dependent upon the number of ships under construction at any one point in time. Ingalls stresses the practice of working safely in all situations, with safety procedures meeting, and most times, exceeding industry standards.

What You Can Earn

• Earn up to $39.04 per hour based on experience and qualifications.


• Additional opportunities for overtime and long-term growth.

Must Have

• Minimum 1 year trade experience


• Basic math, reading and comprehension skills


• Read and interpret blueprints utilizing both metric and standard measurements


• Knowledge of the layout, fit-up and fabrication of steel plate and beam.


• Experience with various trade specific tools such as: grinder, hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jack, chain fall and/or come-a-long, combination square, framing square, hand level and plumb bob

Nice to Have

• 6 Ç Yrs. marine, shipbuilding and construction experience


• Knowledge of setting and erecting units with proficiency in the use of Datum Lines


• Familiarity with fit-up, alignment tolerances and advanced blue print reading skills

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co .com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.