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HII

Sheet Metal Worker – Certified

HII

. Fabricate, assemble, and install components on aircraft carriers, submarines, and other surface ships .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $53,248 - $55,640 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fabricating, assembling, and installing components for aircraft carriers and submarines, with proficiency in sheet metal fabrication and welding techniques. Capable of performing physically demanding tasks in various environments while adhering to safety and procedural guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Sheet Metal FabricationWeldingPower Tool OperationPhysical AgilitySafety Compliance

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Hard Skills
FabricationAssemblyInstallationWelding TechniquesMeasurement TakingVentilation SystemsMetal Joiner BulkheadsCabinetryFurniture ConstructionWeapons Space Construction
Tools & Technologies
Hand ToolsPower ToolsCNC FabricatorsDrillsRivet GunsGrindersMiter SawsBand SawsPlasma Arc CuttersPress Brakes
Certifications & Qualifications
Certificate in Sheet Metal FabricationDiploma in HVACDiploma in Facility MaintenanceDiploma in Autobody RepairDiploma in Carpentry
Industry Keywords
Aircraft CarriersSubmarinesSurface ShipsRadiation AreasConfined SpacesExtreme HeightsSafety TrainingBackground InvestigationDrug ScreenU.S. Citizenship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install components on aircraft carriers, submarines, and other surface ships
  • Work on ventilation systems, metal joiner bulkheads and framing, furniture, cabinetry, lockers, ladders and handrails, foundations, weapons spaces, and wet spaces
  • Perform work governed by detailed technical work documents and procedural guidelines
  • Use hand tools and power tools/equipment including drills, rivet guns, grinders, miter saws, band saws, nibblers, plasma arc cutters, rollers, shears, press brakes, and CNC fabricators
  • Complete formal and on-the-job training in basic sheet metal and tack welding and job-specific requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen
  • Must be able to pass physical agility test
  • Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis
  • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
  • Must be able to perform overhead work
  • Must be able to work at extreme heights
  • Must be able to perform work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions
  • Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces
  • Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn
  • Must be willing to work in radiation areas with appropriate training and equipment
  • Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed
  • Must be willing to work any shift
  • Must be able to present one or more certificates of completion or diploma in Sheet Metal fabrication, HVAC, Facility Maintenance, Autobody/Automotive repair, Residential/Commercial Construction, Welding, Carpentry, or a directly related field
  • Certificate or diploma must be from a high school vocational program, community college, trade school, technical college, apprentice program, post-secondary institution, or military equivalent
  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred
  • U.S. citizenship required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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
  • Educational and training programs for continual career growth