Structural Shop Lead — Shipyard Production

General Dynamics Corporation; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Structural Shop Foreman to lead a crew of 8–20 mechanics in ship repair and construction. The role requires coordinating manpower, planning schedules, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time execution on naval and commercial projects.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, knowledge of production processes, and experience with contracting and estimating.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of ship repair trade requirements.
• Experience with contracting and estimating procedures.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality controls, and technology.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
• Proven ability to manage people and resources in a production environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• On-site leadership of a team of 8–20 mechanics and subcontractors.
• Plan manpower to support production and program management activities.
• Review schedules, develop 1–2 week plans, and report progress.
• Assign daily work, monitor performance, and document evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with bargaining agreement and safety standards.
• Coordinate with other shops to meet goals and address issues.
• Inspect completed work for quality and adherence to specs.
• Participate in continuous improvement and standard practice development.

Skills

Trade knowledge

Contracting & estimating

Production processes

Leadership & communication

People management

Microsoft Office

Education

BA/BS or AA/AS or HS Diploma + related ship experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Structural Shop Foreman to lead a crew of 8–20 mechanics in ship repair and construction. The role requires coordinating manpower, planning schedules, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time execution on naval and commercial projects.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, knowledge of production processes, and experience with contracting and estimating.