SHIPFITTER (CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)

Job Description

SHIPFITTER (CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)\n
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\nLocation: \n
\n Newport News, Virginia, United States\n
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\nDate: Sep 2, 2026\n
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\nReq ID: 49492 \n
\nTeam: X11 FITTERS \n
\nEntity: Newport News Shipbuilding\n
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\nUS Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes \n
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\nFull-Time\n
\nShift: Multiple \n
\nRelocation: No relocation assistance available \n
\nVirtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework \n
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\nTravel Requirements: No \n
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\nClearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start \n
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\n Salary Range: $59,675.20 to $62,067.20\n
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\nThe anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range\n
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Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding \n
\nWith more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.\n
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The Role \n
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\nFitters are often called the "carpenters" of shipbuilding or "Artists of Steel". Fitters read, interpret, plan and execute from drawings and procedures. Fitters measure, cut, grind, fit, align and tack weld parts as small your finger nail to the large sub-assemblies and super lifts that form the structural body of the ship. Fitters must have strong math skills and a good mechanical aptitude. Fitters build in-place all interior structures, hatches, doors, bulkheads, etc., to complete all the steel work in the ship. Fitters are expected to climb and work in high areas or crawl and work in cramped confine spaces and perform tasks with all kinds of working conditions in-between. A fitter will apply their skills in the shops, platens, dry-docks and onboard ships in support of new construction, ship repair and ship overhauls.\n
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\nThis position is for job seekers who have received and can provide a certificate or diploma in Shipfitting or a directly related field , including Welding (SMAW, GMAW), Plasma Cutting and/or Oxy-Fuel Cutting, Construction Maintenance, Carpentry, Auto Body, and/or Sheet Metal Fabrication.\n
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\nCandidates with no experience or certifications are encouraged to apply to the Shipfitter Trainee requisition.\n
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Must Have \n
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\nOne or more certificates of completion or diploma in Shipfitting or a directly related field from a high school vocational program, community college, trade school, technical college, apprentice program, post-secondary institution, or military equivalent.\n
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\nCandidates must able to work at extreme heights or small confined spaces.\n
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\nMust be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.\n
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\nMust be able to lift 40 lbs and must take and pass a respirator fit test.\n
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\nMust be able to work assigned shift as production needs. \n
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\nMust be able to do overhead work.\n
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\nMust be able to work outdoors.\n
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\nMust be able to wear a respirator.\n
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\nMust be able to work overtime as needed. \n
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\nMust be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.\n
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Nice to Have \n
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\nHigh school graduate or equivalent preferred.\n
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Why HII \n
\nWe 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.\n
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\nRecognized 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.\n
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\nWorking 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.\n
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Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. \n
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\nAll 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.\n
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Do You Need Assistance? \n
\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] 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.\n
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\nAdditionally, you may also call View phone number on jobswipe.net for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.