Welder Mastertradesperson Security Clearance
Job in
Newport News, Virginia, 23601, USA
Listed on 2026-02-25
Listing for:
HII Mission Technologies
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-25
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Requisition Number: 27315 Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type:
Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $44,808.00 - $55,000.00 Security Clearance:
Secret Level of
Experience:
Mid This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies' Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination-not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems-from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers-HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy's national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country.
HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5
ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, for a short video:
Job Description HII is seeking an experienced Welder to join our team supporting the Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces (COMUSFLTFORCOM) Berthing and Messing Program, which operates duty crew berthing barges that provide essential living and working spaces for crews during ship overhaul and repair periods. Essential
Job Responsibilities As a Welder, you will perform organizational-level (O Level) maintenance and repairs to maintain and restore metal components aboard berthing barges. Core duties include:
• Maintain, repair, fabricate, and replace metal components for barges and installed equipment.
• Perform welding tasks on light, heavy gauge, and hardened metals using flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Apply welding processes including preheating, brazing, bead welding, tack welding, flame cutting, pressure welding, and heat treating.
• Provide adequate fire watch and fire extinguishing equipment during welding operations; comply with NAVSEA and OSHA hot work standards.
• Inform COR/ACOR prior to any welding, burning, or open flame work and obtain required approvals.
• Work to be completed in meets OEM specifications, NAVSEA Standard Items, and safety requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
* High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4+ years of experience in welding and metal fabrication in marine or industrial environments on multiple metal types. Prefer technical/professional certifications.
* Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
* Must have proficiency in multiple welding positions and processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW) and fabrication.
* Must have the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and OEM specifications.
* Must have the ability to work in shipyard/barge environments and comply with OSHA, NAVSEA, and program safety requirements.
* Must have the ability to conduct torch cutting, hammer forging, grinding, sawing, and fitting of metal parts as required.
* Must support machinist tasks such as drilling, tapping, boring, reaming, and grinding of metal components.
* Must have the general mechanic knowledge and ability to operate various tools…
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