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Job Title: Welder
Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Location: Norfolk, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 01/18/2026
Expire Date: 02/23/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Welder

Welder, Combination, Maintenance

This is a waterfront shipboard construction and re-modernization position, working within shipyards and drydocks onboard U.S. Naval ships. The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the winter preforming the following tasks:

Contingencies: Satisfaction of all eligibility requirements as dictated by any customer account or business area that you will be supporting. The eligibility requirements for continued employment in this position include, but may not be limited to, obtaining DBIDS, and access to all shipyards. Further information may be provided under separate cover.


Applies appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other materials that require welding.
Works from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, or work orders.
Lays out and marks points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates.
Uses measuring instruments and hand tools to position pieces that require welding into jigs, holding fixtures, guides, and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.
May inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.
Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Participates in special projects, as required.


WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: High School Diploma/GED
Required Experience: 1+ years of related experience
Location: On Customer Site
US Citizenship Required

Required Certifications:

MIG which Aluminum GMAW
Flux core FCAW carbon steel and stainless

Stick weld carbon steel stainless SMAW

*Preferred experience in TIG all metals GTAW, CUNI and copper/face feed Certification in Brazing.*

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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