WELDER/STRUCTURE - ENTRY-LEVEL with Security Clearance

Company: Newport News Shipbuilding
Location: Newport News
Posted on: April 20, 2024

Job Description:

Req ID: 36509 Team: X18 WELDERS Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: Multiple Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework Travel Requirement: No Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in VirginiaWe're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.SNavy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.SNavy nuclear submarinesOur diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system usersAnchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the worldWant to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting youThe Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is hiring Entry-Level WeldersNo experience needed, WE TRAIN! Newport News Shipbuilding offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on-site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and moreAs a welder, you will first be qualified through the shipyards state of the art Welding SchoolAfter completion of Welding School, you will use a wide range of welding filler metals and welding processes to perform structural and/or pipe welds in all phases of ship constructionWelders perform tack, fillet, and full penetration welding on steel foundations and structural and pipe joints in production on aircraft carriers and submarinesThis will be done using various welding processes including SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)These welds are made in all positions using both manual and mechanized processes and will satisfy all nondestructive tests requirements (visual inspection, magnetic particle inspection, ultrasonic inspection, radiographic inspection)Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch, carbon arcing, and troubleshooting minor welding equipment problemsWatch this Welder video to learn more: https://youtu.be/FETHnJ854Qs?si=HS0UmOkcAxVuILrS Must Have Must be able to work assigned shift as production needsMust be able to work at extreme heights or small confined spacesMust be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climbMust be able to lift 40 lbs and must take and pass a respirator fit testMust be able to work indooors/outdoors year round in all weather conditionsMust be able to pass Physical Agility TestWhy HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyberHII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionalsRecognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being firstRegardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your careerWorking at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a futureWe offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and moreSome benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work locationTogether we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thriveToday's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of usIt's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversityWe believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employeesAll 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, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local lawU.SCitizenship may be required for certain positionsDo You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact informationReasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basisPlease note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail addressAdditionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistancePress #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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