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Outside Machinist-June 2024
Norfolk
Jun 12, 2025
About Outside Machinist

  Job Description

  BAE Systems is hiring Outside Machinists to support the Norfolk Ship Repair facility.

  The Outside Machinist Mechanic performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving deck machinery, engine room work, general dock, rudders, shafting, propeller work, and testing. The Mechanic will have general knowledge of equipment operation for assembly, installation and testing; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures.

  This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of mechanic in the Outside Machinist shop. A mechanic must demonstrate a developing knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.

  Developing knowledge means that the mechanic understands how to perform tasks in these categories (including, but not limited to, the specific tasks identified below) and is able to complete them with minimal assistance. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks. In some cases, as specified, the third class mechanic is expected to assist, rather than completing the task independently.

  General Machinist Knowledge

  Use of measuring devices (rulers, micrometers, dial indicators, depth mics, scales, etc.)

  Use of trade hand tools

  Use of power tools (electric drills, saws, grinders, drill presses, etc.)

  Blueprints

  Read basic blueprints

  Customer Equipment

  Care and protection of customer equipment to include wrapping and protection equipment with various materials (wood, plastic, rubber, etc.)

  Stationary and Portable Power Tool Operation (1 of the following)

  Electrical

  Pneumatic

  Hydraulic

  Valve Overhaul

  Identify the different types of valves to include safety valves, globe valves, gate valves, etc.

  Learning about the applications of different valve types and understand what systems it is defined for

  Understand the operation valves

  Assist with removal and replacement

  Assist with repairing and general overhaul

  Reach Rods/ Valve Operators

  Learning about the different types of rods and valve operators

  Understand the different parts to include rods, universal joint, hand wheels, etc.

  Understand the different types and usage of reach rods and valve operators

  Assist with setting reach rods and valve operators up for operation

  Pump Overhaul

  Learning about pump overhauls and parts

  Assist with the removal and installation

  Pump Alignments

  Basic knowledge about the alignment process to include one of the following:

  Face and rim

  Indicator Revers method

  Magnetic coupling

  laser

  Deck Machinery

  Basic knowledge about the application and parts of the following types of deck machinery:

  Anchor Windlass

  Sliding Pad Eye

  Boat Davit

  Capstans

  Assist with repair, cleaning, removal, and installation of deck machinery

  Rudders

  Work with rudders and how they operate

  Understand rudder parts

  Assist with rudder removal and installation

  Shafting

  Know parts of a shaft (liners, journals, etc.)

  Assist with the removal, installation and repairs of the shaft

  Line Shaft Bearings

  Knowledge of line shaft bearings

  Assist with the removal, repair and installation of line shaft bearings

  Propellers

  Know the differences between the types of propellers (Fixed and Variable Pitched)

  Knowledgeable regarding the parts of a propeller

  Repair, removal, installation and testing of propellers

  Controllable Pitch Propeller Systems

  Becoming familiar with the systems operations and parts

  Assist with repair, installation and testing

  Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  Education Minimum: High School Diploma/GED

  Minimum Relevant Experience: 2 to 3 yrs.

  Practical Theory Requirements

  A mechanic must demonstrate knowledge of job planning and executing, proper tool selection, assisting helpers and handypersons with minimal supervision.

  Other Requirements

  Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions

  Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form

  Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals

  Must know how to measure using a scale and tape measure

  Must be able to wear applicable PPE (Hard hat, safety goggles, gloves, steel toes shoes, ear protection)

  This job description does not include all activities, duties or responsibilities required for this position. The key duties, responsibilities and requirements identified in this description are subject to modification by the Company (in consultation with the Union, as appropriate) at any time.

  Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  Education Preferred: High School Diploma/GED

  Preferred Relevant Experience: 3 to 5 yrs.

  Licenses/Certifications:

  Trained in all annual NAVSEA Standard Items (preferred)General Knowledge of Ship Systems preferred

  Distilling Plants

  Steam Plant

  Diesel Plant

  Hydraulics systems

  Understanding of naval vessel compartments, number systems and related vessel terminology for the CG, DDG, and LHD ships preferred.

  Pay Information

  This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

  Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

  Outside Machinist

  97767BR

  EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression

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