Pipe Fitter Experienced

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• Req
• Team: X42 PIPE
• Entity:
  Newport News Shipbuilding
• US Citizenship
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Full‑Time
• Shift: Multiple
• Relocation Assistance:
  No
• Telework Eligibility:
  No
• Travel Requirement:
  No
• Clearance Required:
  
  No (Not required to start)

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 Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts and system users.

Anchored in our 135‑year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

Pipe Fitters are responsible for installing complex piping systems on ships and in shops. On a submarine, more than 23 miles of pipe are installed; on a carrier, more than 230 miles of pipe are installed. As a pipe fitter, you will learn to read blueprints, fabricate, install, inspect, and test the many piping systems onboard a ship. In the first weeks, you will attend a Fundamentals of Piping Fitting class, and throughout your career you will receive further training to enhance your knowledge.

Competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, on‑site health center, 401(k) company match, employee discounts, and more. Video:

• Work at extreme heights or in small confined spaces.
• Ability to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.
• Lift 40 lbs and pass a respirator fit test.
• Work indoors/outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.
• Work assigned shift as production needs.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Have at least 1 year of previous Marine Pipe Fitter experience.

• High school graduate or equivalent (preferred).

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts and business professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large‑company employers, we prioritize safety and well‑being, offering competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth.

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 email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

You may also call for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.