Inside Machinist
On-siteNorfolk, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, boring mills, and drill presses to perform turning, facing, threading, boring, and milling operations to tight tolerances. Determine proper tooling, speeds, and feeds based on material requirements, then align fixtures and secure materials prior to machining shafts, sleeves, bushings, valve seats, and pump housings. Read and interpret blueprints, NAVSEA technical drawings, and machining sketches while measuring dimensions with micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators. Machine marine alloys including bronze, stainless steel, Monel, and HY-series steels. Work is primarily shop-based with occasional shipboard support, supporting Navy and commercial ship repair operations across the Hampton Roads region. Schedules may include overtime, nights, weekends, and variable shifts. PPE and respiratory protection are required based on site safety policies and task location.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an Inside Machinist or Manual Machinist in shipyard or heavy industrial environments
- Strong proficiency operating manual lathes and milling machines
- Ability to independently determine machining sequences, tooling, and tolerances
- Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and specifications
- Experience machining marine-grade materials and alloys
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to obtain and maintain required base access credentials, including DBIDS
- Ability to pass background screening and drug testing per customer requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting Navy ship repair or availability-level work
- Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items related to fabrication
- OSHA 10 Maritime certification
- Experience supporting portable machining or shipboard alignment verification
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