The Spark Behind Every Build
As a welder, you’ll use a variety of welding filler metals and processes to perform structural and pipe welds throughout all phases of aircraft carrier and submarine construction. Newport News Shipbuilding welders begin their careers by qualifying though our state-of-the-art welding school.
What You'll Do
Inspect welds to ensure quality, strength and accuracy.
Perform structural and pipe welds.
Collaborate with other trades to complete projects.
Help build the most powerful naval ships in the world.
Voices From the Yard
“I’ve been welding for four years now. I was in nursing school and woke up one day realizing that it wasn’t the path I wanted to follow. I love working with my hands and saw a TikTok of a lady welding. That was cool.”
Hannah Davenport
Welder
“I love welding and being hands-on. I got to weld on a sail for one of the subs, it was an interesting challenge.”
Ajrien Woodley Reed
Welding Apprentice
“I’ve been welding for four years now. I was in nursing school and woke up one day realizing that it wasn’t the path I wanted to follow. I love working with my hands and saw a TikTok of a lady welding. That was cool.”
Hannah Davenport
Welder
“I love welding and being hands-on. I got to weld on a sail for one of the subs, it was an interesting challenge.”
Ajrien Woodley Reed
Welding Apprentice
Shipbuilders in Action
