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Structural Fabricator- Submarine Program (ATDM)

BAE Systems

Jacksonville, FLFull-time$47–85K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$47–85K/yr
Location
Jacksonville, FL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance

Job overview

BAE Systems is hiring a Structural Fabricator for its submarine program in Jacksonville, Florida. The role performs production fitting and fabrication of structural components, including deck plates, bulkheads, and foundations, using specified welding processes. Candidates must be upcoming or recent ATDM graduates and demonstrate the technical competencies outlined in NAVSEA MIL-STD-1688. The position also requires access to a controlled site.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Metal FabricationMetal AssemblyMetal InstallationWeldingMetal CuttingGrindingMaterial ShapingMeasurementBlueprint ReadingWeld Symbol ReadingFabrication ToolsShop EquipmentTeamworkNAVSEA MIL-STD-1688NAVSEA Drawing FabricationHand ToolsPower ToolsSMAW WeldingFCAW WeldingGMAW-P WeldingOxy-Fuel CuttingMilitary Standard 22-DMilitary Standard 1688Military Standard 1689NAVSEA DrawingsCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsReadingWritingMathematicsOverhead Cranes

Qualifications

Upcoming or Recent ATDM GraduateControlled Site AccessWelding Practical TestOxy-Fuel Torch TestOverhead Crane Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

Jacksonville Careers | BAE Systems (https://jobs.baesystems.com/life-in-jacksonville)

Are you looking for a career that will provide you with great Benefits and a chance to grow in your craft? BAE Systems Jacksonville Florida Location is seeking to hire Fitter/Fabricator from entry level step1 to step 3 and above mechanics

Production fitting operations in fabrication shop. Components to fit/fabricate include but are not limited to structural parts, deck plates, bulkheads and foundations using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding Pulse (GMAW-P) processes.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Candidate must be an upcoming graduate or recent graduate of ATDM

The selected candidate must be able to exercise and exhibit the following competencies:

  • Fabricating and fitting metal components and structures to precise specifications.

  • Fabricate, assemble, and install materials such as beams, channels, angles and plates.

  • Working with a wide range of materials, including steel, stainless and aluminum.

  • Being skilled in metalworking techniques such as welding, cutting, grinding, and shaping of materials.

  • Must be able to read and derive measurements, dimensions and quantity of material needed to fabricate structure.

  • Reading blueprints, section and plan drawings, and weld symbols.

  • Use of industry tools and equipment, and install, use, and remove stop plates, dogs, strong backs and pad eyes.

  • Use in shop equipment such as iron worker, break press and plate roller.

  • Must be able to work within a team-based environment to accomplish all aspects of fabrication.

  • This position requires you to successfully demonstrate your ability to complete the technical requirements outlined in NAVSEA mil std 1688.

  • This position also requires access to a controlled site with additional clearance requirements.

  • An offer for this position is contingent on you both being able to demonstrate ability to complete technical training outlined in NAVSEA mil std 1688 and obtaining/maintaining the required access to the controlled site.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Fabricate components based on NAVSEA drawing requirements with minimum direction given.

  • Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.

  • Ability to pass a hands-on welding practical test on SMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P fillet weld by way of a VT NDT

  • Ability to pass an oxy-fuel torch test consistent of set up, cutting, and beveling.

  • Ablility to understand, read and interpret basic welding symbols based on the requirements of Military Standard 22-D.

  • Have working knowledge of Military Standard 1688 and Military Standard 1689.

  • Ability to interpret and understand NAVSEA drawings/blueprints.

  • Good communication and good interpersonal skills.

  • Possess basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.

  • Previous experience in use of overhead cranes.

  • Previous experience in shop equipment such as iron worker, break press and plate roller.

  • Ability to work weekends and a variety of shifts as needed.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $46966 - $85030

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week 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, including paid parental, 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.

Structural Fabricator- Submarine Program (ATDM)

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How this job compares

Set against the 817 open Welder jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$47–85K/yr
  • US median$53–69K/yr36 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $66K, is 8% above the US median midpoint ($61K) — in the middle half of Welder salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 32 open Welder jobs in Florida and 817 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Florida
Experience
Welder postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (461 postings).
Education
3 of the 817 open Welder jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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