Shipyard Pump & Valve Mechanic — Inside Machine Shop

General Dynamics; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking three Pump and Valve Mechanic J1–J4 for the Inside Machine Shop. Hours are 0600–1445, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work and potential travel up to 30%.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma and at least five years of directly related shipyard experience, is able to read blueprints and tech manuals, and can plan, organize, and supervise parts and repairs with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of shipyard-related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret CFRs with dimensional information.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Assist in machining and assembly per drawings and Navy standards.
• Lead or supervise a small crew, ensuring safe, compliant work.
• Set up machines to fabricate pumps and related parts.

Skills

Pump machinery operation

Blueprint reading

Precision tools

CFRs interpretation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Blueprints

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking three Pump and Valve Mechanic J1–J4 for the Inside Machine Shop. Hours are 0600–1445, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work and potential travel up to 30%.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma and at least five years of directly related shipyard experience, is able to read blueprints and tech manuals, and can plan, organize, and supervise parts and repairs with limited supervision.