Entry Level Pipefitter

Position Overview

We are looking for an Ingalls Pipefitter to work at Ingalls Shipbuilding, America's Shipyard and Mississippi’s largest private employer. As a Pipefitter, you will install and maintain pipe systems for naval vessels, working in a volatile environment with fuel, steam, ventilation, hydraulic, chemical, heating and cooling systems. You will operate at varying heights, confined spaces, and weather conditions and may work day or night shifts as required.

An Ingalls Pipefitter, also referred to as a Journeyman Pipefitter, is responsible for fitting pipe consisting of various materials such as steel, galvanized, copper, copper‑nickel and stainless, along with appropriate valves and fittings, utilizing tools and equipment in accordance with drawings, arrangements and blueprints. The job encourages working safely and meeting or exceeding industry standards.

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have completed a craft skills training program or have previous experience
• Must be willing to work any shift

High school graduate or equivalent, Tech Master Certification.

We 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 experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts and business administration professionals. Recognized as a top large‑company employer, we offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, on‑site health centers, wellness resources, an employee assistance program, 401(k) savings plan, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more.

All 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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to  Additionally, you may call  press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.