Job Description

Are you seeking a job that provides top benefits and career longevity? BAE Systems Jacksonville Ship Repair Division has multiple openings for Outside Machinist with varying degrees of experience. The 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 that may include; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures.

As an Outside Machinist, you will:

Perform a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving deck machinery, engine room work, general dock, rudders, shafting, propeller work, and testing.
Use knowledge of equipment operation for assembly, installation and testing.
Perform valve and pump repair and overhaul.
Repair ship components using blueprints, sketches and sample parts.
Work with rudders, shafts, propellers and deck machinery.
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery.

Required Skills and Education

Required Education, Experience and Skills
High School Diploma or GED
Read, write and comprehend simple instructions
Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
Able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals
Know how to measure using a scale and tape measure
Read, understand, and interpret advanced blueprints to preform task required
Use of measuring devices (rulers, micrometers, dial indicators, depth mics, scales, etc.), hand tools, and power tools
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Trained in all annual NAVSEA Standard Items
Must be able to obtain and maintain Defense Biometric Identification System "DBIDS" access card.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Preferred Skills and Education

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills

8-10 years related experience for Step 4, 6-7 years for Step 3, 2-5 years related experience for Step 2

Typical Education and Experience

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