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Job Title: Ship Fitter
Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Location: Norfolk, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 01/10/2026
Expire Date: 03/01/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Ship Fitter

Ship Fitter

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:



Installs, maintains, repairs, overhauls, troubleshoots, modifies, constructs, and tests mechanical equipment and related devices.
Troubleshoots and corrects structural placement.
Makes recommendations for improvements or modifications to correct problems.
May provide operation and maintenance instruction to customer personnel.
Performs preventative maintenance.
Participates in special projects, as required.

WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Associates of Arts/Associates of Science.
Required Experience: Associates Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience. 1-3 years of directly related experience supporting engineering operations.

Location: On Customer Site.
US Citizenship Required.

Certifications:

May require TAC welding certification.

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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Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Website:https://www.gdit.com/careers/job/8794440fe/ship-fitter/?source=AutoAppend_HBCU
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