Outside Machinist J1 - J4 (2nd Shift)

About the role

General Dynamics NASSCO, a member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit, performs ship construction, advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for commercial and national defense assets. The position is located in Norfolk, Virginia, and the company is seeking 5 Outside Machinists to work the 2nd shift (3 pm – 11 pm). Candidates must be able to obtain DBIDS and NAVSEA badges to access Navy installations and shipyards; no security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a Work Authorization Form (WAF) ticket is on the job site and that work is performed only when a WAF is posted.
• Comply with all safety issues related to the specific job (e.g., special staging, face shields for grinding, protective clothing for hot work, breathing apparatus with correct cartridges).
• Confirm you are trained or qualified for the assigned work (e.g., JLG, forklift, welding, brazing, special electrical/mechanical repairs).
• Maintain safe, productive work practices while ensuring quality control.
• Ensure a 30‑minute cool‑down period is completed in hot work areas.
• Leave the job site safe and clean before departure.
• Complete assigned repairs or installations without supervision.

Requirements

Education and experience are defined by the Journeyman level (J1–J4):

• Outside Machinist J1 – Minimum of 2 years directly related shipyard experience; must be able to work on any equipment shown with close supervision.
• Outside Machinist J2 – Minimum of 3 years directly related shipyard experience; must meet all Journeyman 1 Outside Machinist requirements.
• Outside Machinist J3 – Minimum of 4 years directly related shipyard experience; must meet all Journeyman 2 Outside Machinist requirements; able to read and use technical manuals, blueprints, specifications and precision measuring instruments.
• Outside Machinist J4 – Minimum of 5 years directly related shipyard experience; must meet all Journeyman 3 Outside Machinist requirements; able to furnish sizes and clearance and make recommendations to supervisor; able to read and use technical manuals, blueprints, and specification items.

All levels must be able to:

• Read and use technical manuals, blueprints, and specification items.
• Use and understand precision measuring instruments (where applicable).
• Operate a wide range of hand and power tools, including grinders (fixed and portable), drill presses (fixed and portable), fixed presses, porta powers, hydraulic jacks, torches and torque wrenches, assorted combination wrenches, socket sets, slip‑