Experienced Metal Fabricator – Defense & Industrial Components Norfolk, VA

Experienced Metal Fabricator – Defense & Industrial Components

Build Complex Assemblies for Shipbuilding, Defense, and Industrial Systems | Norfolk, VA

Fabricate and assemble precision components using advanced metalworking techniques—cutting, forming, and welding—to meet NAVSEA and high‑spec industrial standards. Work in a fast‑paced, safety‑focused environment where accuracy, craftsmanship, and adaptability drive mission‑critical excellence.

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $22 - 35 per hour (based on experience)

Location:

Norfolk Plant

• Monday–Thursday Day Shift | 4x10
• Monday–Thursday Afternoon Shift | 4x10
• Monday–Thursday Evening Shift | 4x10
• Tuesday–Friday Day Shift | 4x10
• Tuesday–Friday Afternoon Shift | 4x10
• Tuesday–Friday Evening Shift | 4x10

TST Fab & Machine is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business based in Norfolk, Virginia, specializing in high‑spec metal fabrication and machining for the defense, maritime, and industrial sectors. We are a mission‑driven team known for precision, reliability, and responsiveness.

Our fabrication team plays a vital role in producing compliant, performance‑ready assemblies that meet strict contract standards for complex, high‑tolerance parts. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking skilled professionals who take pride in their craft and thrive in a fast‑paced, quality‑focused environment.

As an Experienced Metal Fabricator, you’ll cut, form, fit, and assemble precision components using advanced fabrication and welding techniques—meeting strict NAVSEA, MIL‑SPEC, shipyard, and high‑spec industrial standards. You’ll interpret complex blueprints, work with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and specialty metals, and ensure every assembly meets contract requirements, safety regulations, and quality benchmarks.

This is a hands‑on, high‑accountability role that demands technical skill, attention to detail, and the discipline to work independently while contributing to a mission‑driven team focused on precision, safety, and performance. If you take pride in producing work that meets defense‑grade standards and is built right the first time—this is where your skills matter.

• Read, interpret and work from complex fabrication blueprints, drawings, welding symbols, and technical specifications to ensure accuracy in layout and assembly
• Cut, form, fit, and assemble metal components using advanced fabrication techniques, including shearing, bending, rolling, drilling, grinding, and welding
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and specialty metals to produce components meeting NAVSEA, MIL‑SPEC, shipyard, and industrial standards
• Perform precise layout and measurement using calipers, micrometers, squares, and other precision tools to maintain tight tolerances
• Fit and align components using clamps, jigs, and fixtures to ensure structural integrity and dimensional accuracy
• Execute welding operations (MIG, TIG, or other processes as required) to complete assemblies to specification
• Conduct in‑process inspections and collaborate with quality control to verify compliance with drawings, tolerances, and visual inspection criteria
• Troubleshoot and correct fabrication issues to maintain workflow and product quality
• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, machine guarding, and safe handling of material and equipment
• Collaborate with leads, supervisors, and fellow fabricators to maintain shop flow and meet production schedules and project deadlines
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean, safe, and operational condition
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in fabrication efficiency, quality, and shop safety practices
• Mentor junior team members as needed to promote craftsmanship and quality standards

• 5+ years of metal fabrication experience in a defense, shipyard, or industrial environment
• Proficiency in cutting, forming, fitting, and welding processes (MIG, TIG, and/or flux core)
• Skilled in working with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and specialty metals (copper alloys, brass/bronze)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, welding symbols, and…