Submarine Pipefitter

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: Proficient in fit up, brazing, assembly, and installation of piping systems and components onboard US Naval submarines and ships as well as off hull fabrication efforts.

LOCATION: Norfolk, VA.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs shipboard fit up, brazing, and assembly of piping systems and components in support of installation, repair, and maintenance efforts
• Performs fit up, brazing, and assembly in support of off hull fabrication efforts 
• Responsible for layout, templating, and targeting piping for both brazing and welding applications
• Assists welders and mechanics with fit up and/or installation of piping, structural, and mechanical components
• Performs fit up, brazing, assembly, installation, repair, and maintenance in accordance with Technical Work Documents (e.g. QAWBs, Maintenance Standards, & Technical Manuals) and associated drawings
• Responsible for documenting requisite inspections, brazing, and mechanical joint assembly efforts in both the Technical Work Document and on associated Objective Quality Evidence Forms
• Responsible for selection and control of brazing filler material, joint design, and brazing rig setup in accordance with the Technical Work Document and company Quality Assurance Procedures
• Expected to work well both independently and in a team setting
• Follows all applicable federal, state, local, and company safety regulations during performance of work

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in performing brazing operations, fit up, and assembly of piping systems in support of installation, repair, and overhaul efforts on US Naval vessels; or completion of a formal related course of study through either a community college, technical or trade school, military training, formal company training program, or an apprenticeship program
• Proficient in performing both Face Fed and Insert Ring brazing operations for Grade III, IV, and V alloys
• Proficient in performing pipe bending utilizing hand, mechanical, and pneumatic pipe benders for completing 3D and 5D pipe bends
• Experience with performing setup, operation, and adjustment of brazing rig (e.g. torch, lines, bottles, gauges, flowmeter) and associated hand/power tools
• Submarine experience and experience with SUBSAFE, DSS-SOC, and/or LEVEL I systems and components is preferred
• Experience working in shipyards and ship repair environments
• Must possess the ability to read, understand, and interpret Technical Work Documents and drawings
• Must possess understanding and working knowledge of the basic math (e.g. geometry, addition, subtraction) required for bending, targeting, and installing piping systems and components
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a regular basis to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and/or hear
• Frequently the employee is required to carry objects that might weigh up to 50 pounds
• High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required
• Prospective employees must be a US Citizen and capable of passing both a Criminal Background Check and a Drug Screen
• Current SECRET Level Security Clearance is required.

SALARY RANGE: $27.00 - $40.00 per hour

In determining compensation, various factors will be considered, including but not limited to, educational background; relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, market factors; and geographic location.