Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)

Structural Welder (Pulse Arc) - Travel Opportunity

Pay: $45/hour + $140/day Per Diem

Location: Newport News, VA or Charleston, SC

Travel Position | Single-Site Assignment

Overview

We are seeking experienced Structural Welders (Pulse Arc) to support the construction of aircraft carriers and submarines at major naval shipyards in Newport News, Virginia and Charleston, South Carolina.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled welders with shipyard experience who are looking for competitive pay, per diem, weekly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction and repair of aircraft carriers and submarines.
• Perform multi-pass, all-position fillet and butt welds.
• Utilize welding processes including: SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux-Core), GMAW-P (Pulse Arc).
• Work in physically demanding shipyard environments, including climbing ladders, staging, and shipboard compartments.
• Follow OSHA safety regulations and shipyard procedures.
• Perform Air Carbon Arc Gouging as required.
• Use fillet and butt weld gauges to verify weld quality.
• Successfully complete all-position, multi-pass butt weld qualification testing in accordance with MIL-STD-248D standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of structural welding experience in a naval shipyard environment.
• Proficiency with Pulse Arc, MIG, Flux-Core, and Stick welding processes.
• Experience performing multi-pass welds in all positions.
• Ability to pass required welding qualification tests.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.