Experienced MIG/TIG Welder – Defense & Industrial Fabrication Norfolk, VA
Skilled Welders Needed for Mission-Critical Defense & Industrial Fabrication Projects | Norfolk, VA
We’re a veteran-owned fabrication shop delivering complex, spec-driven parts for shipbuilding, infrastructure, and defense programs. We're hiring experienced MIG/TIG welders to perform precision welds on high-spec components in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment—supporting custom metal fabrication for defense, maritime, and industrial customers.
You’ll work with carbon steel, stainless, and aluminum parts that support naval, industrial, and maritime systems—bringing a steady hand and proven skillset to every weld. This role is ideal for certified welders with 5+ years of experience in defense or industrial fabrication, especially those familiar with NAVSEA and Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) standards
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This is a hands‑on, high-accountability role where you’ll weld to spec, uphold strict safety standards, and help lead and mentor our welding team on increasingly complex projects. If you're looking for high-impact, high-discipline work in a mission-driven environment—
this is where your skills matter.
📄 Job Type: Full-Time
💲 Pay: $22–$35 per hour (based on experience)
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Location:
Norfolk Plant
🕒 Schedule Options | Available
Shifts:
- Monday–Thursday Day Shift | 4x10
- Tuesday–Friday Day Shift | 4x10
- Friday–Sunday Weekend Shift | 3x12
🏭 About TST Fab & Machine
TST Fab & Machine is a growing, 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 partner with clients across industries to deliver custom, precision-driven metalwork that meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Our team is made up of driven professionals who work together to exceed expectations and bring ideas to life—from concept through execution. Our welders play a direct role in shaping critical parts used in shipbuilding, infrastructure, and defense systems. We are known for our responsiveness, precision, and commitment to performance—and we take pride in delivering compliant, mission-ready work that supports national security and industrial progress.
If you're looking for a place where your experience, discipline, and pride in your craft are valued—you’ll find that and more at TST Fab & Machine.
🎯 Position SummaryAs an experienced MIG/TIG Welder, you’ll fabricate, assemble, and weld complex parts to strict tolerances using blueprints, symbols, and technical documentation. You’ll perform welding operations across carbon, stainless, and aluminum, meeting rigorous contract and shipyard standards including NAVSEA and NNS requirements. You’ll support other team members, help train junior welders, and contribute to a shop culture centered on discipline, performance, and pride.
🔧 Key Responsibilities- Perform advanced MIG and/or TIG welding on metal components in accordance with project, contract, and customer specifications
- Read and interpret complex fabrication blueprints, welding symbols, and technical documentation
- Select and set up appropriate welding equipment and tools based on material type, weld joint, and project requirements
- Cut, grind, and prepare materials for layout and fit-up using precision tools and shop equipment
- Align and clamp components using calipers, rulers, jigs, and fixtures to ensure precise weld placement
- Weld in multiple positions (flat, vertical, horizontal, overhead) using manual and semi-automatic processes, ensuring consistent quality, appearance, and penetration
- Conduct in-process weld inspections and participate in quality control procedures, including visual and dimensional inspection of welds
Ensure welds meet all quality standards, tolerances, and documentation requirements (including NAVSEA, NNS, and MIL-SPEC standards) - Collaborate with shop leads and supervisors to support job flow and meet production schedules
- Mentor and support junior welders, apprentices, or trainees as needed
- Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment
- Maintain welding tools, equipment, and PPE in safe, working condition
- Minimum of 5 years…
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