Structural Fitter

Position Title

Structural Fitter – TIGER Team

Modules Division

Trident Maritime Systems, Inc. – 900 39th Street, Newport News, VA

Construction Manager – TIGER Team

Immediate Start

Trident Maritime Systems provided pay range: $28.97/hr - $39.76/hr (actual pay based on skills and experience). Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

To support modular shipbuilding execution by performing structural fit-up, alignment, and weld preparation activities on CVN, VCS, and ORP modules in alignment with the four pillars of shipbuilding execution:
Safety, Quality, Cost, and Schedule.

This position executes structural fit operations in support of the TIGER Team, ensuring physical build progress is compliant with NAVSEA and NNS PPD requirements while maintaining alignment with schedule‑critical priorities. The role supports NDT and VT inspection readiness through weld prep and cleanliness, ensuring assigned work meets quality requirements and is ready for QC validation.

• Perform fit‑up and alignment on structural module components including bulkheads, decks, and structural foundations.
• Execute weld edge prep, grinding, and tack welds to support schedule and inspection requirements.
• Support NDT preparation and VT readiness for hold points with QC personnel.
• Interpret and execute structural drawings, sketches, and work instructions accurately.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including alignment tooling.
• Perform work safely in all shipbuilding environments including heights, confined spaces, and dry‑dock conditions.

• Minimum 4–7 years structural fitting experience in shipbuilding or heavy industrial fabrication required.
• Ability to read and interpret NAVSEA/NNS shipbuilding drawings and visual work instructions required.
• Experience with structural fitting equipment including torches, grinders, clamps, and rigging tools.
• Physical ability to kneel, squat, crawl, climb ladders, and lift up to 40 lbs required.
• Ability to work assigned shift schedules including overtime and off‑shift assignments supporting schedule priorities.
• Must be able to obtain respirator qualification and pass Physical Agility Test.
• Ability to work safely in extreme temperatures, heights, and confined spaces.

• Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining OSHA 10 Maritime, Confined Space, Firewatch, and Hot Work certification.
• Must be capable of obtaining tack‑weld qualification if required by module work scope.

• Actively maintain safe working practices per site policies and OSHA Maritime regulations.
• Ensure work is compliant with engineering drawings and NAVSEA/NNS acceptance criteria.
• Perform assigned tasks efficiently to support labor cost targets and minimize rework impact.
• Execute work in accordance with schedule‑driven priorities and TIGER Team direction.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Shipbuilding

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