Shipfitter II (Job ID: 4594)

Valkyrie Enterprises•Norfolk, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking a Ship Fitter II for shipboard structural work aboard U.S. Naval vessels. The role performs advanced fitting and fabrication of steel and aluminum plate, structural shapes, and foundations on naval ships and associated equipment. Work includes interpreting complex blueprints, schematics, and sketches; laying out reference lines; fabricating templates and jigs; and aligning structural components for installation. The Ship Fitter II coordinates with welders, supervisors, and quality inspectors, mentors junior fitters, assists with fit-up documentation and quality checks, performs Fire Watch duties when required, and follows shipyard safety, environmental, and workmanship procedures. The position is based in Norfolk, Virginia, with nationwide travel of up to 50%, including international travel as needed. Work may take place aboard ships, in shipyards, and at other job sites, including confined spaces and environments with extreme temperatures, noise, and limited ventilation. Employees may ride ships at sea for extended periods and must be able to obtain and maintain the required identification and security access credentials.

Requirements

High school diploma or trade school certificate.
Minimum 10 years of related ship-fitting experience in naval ship repair or construction.
Proficiency interpreting shipboard blueprints, drawings, and reference lines in accordance with MIL-STD 22D.
Experience aligning structural components within tight tolerances.
Skill using precision measuring tools such as levels, squares, calipers, and plumb bobs.
Demonstrated ability to lead and train junior mechanics and fitters.
Ability to meet NAVSEA and shipyard workmanship standards for fitting and structural alignment.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance to access public and private shipyards and Naval installations.
Must meet REAL ID requirements for base and travel access; when required, must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate identification credentials by the start of the position.
Ability to lift, carry, and transport equipment and boxes weighing at least 20 pounds.
Physical agility to perform tasks aboard naval ships, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces, including entering and moving through manholes.
Ability to work aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, in extreme temperatures, and in areas with limited ventilation.
Ability to work aloft or over the sides of vessels and tolerate high heat, humidity, noise, and dirty conditions.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and crawling.
Frequent use of a respirator.
Successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include a criminal background investigation, employment and education verification, pre-employment drug screening, driving-record review, security-clearance eligibility, and government-installation access.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work in multiple climates and different weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced fitting and fabrication of steel and aluminum plate, structural shapes, and foundations on naval ships and associated equipment.
Read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, and sketches to ensure accuracy and adherence to specifications.
Lay out, measure, and mark reference lines, including center, buttock, and frame lines.
Fabricate templates and jigs for bending, shaping, and bracing metal structures.
Set up and operate portable burning and heating torches and plasma cutters for fit-up and layout work.
Align, position, and secure structural parts and assemblies for final installation.
Ensure work complies with relevant codes, standards, and shipyard procedures.
Coordinate with welders, supervisors, and quality inspectors to support production and fit-up accuracy.
Mentor and guide junior fitters in layout techniques, drawing interpretation, and best practices.
Assist with documenting fit-ups and quality-control checks.
Perform Fire Watch duties when required.
Comply with OSHA, shipyard safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
Travel to other shipyards or job sites as needed, with travel up to 50% nationwide and internationally as needed.
Operate trucks, forklifts, and man-lifts.
Perform other duties as required.