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Shipfitter Lead

Delphinus Engineering
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/11/2026
About the Organization
Founded in 1994 as a small, diversified professional services company, Delphinus today employs more than 650 professional and technical personnel supporting a customer base that spans the Defense and Federal markets.

Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, we have primary offices in Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA; and Bremerton, WA.

Company Benefits*:
  • Comprehensive health program for employee and dependents
  • Company paid Dental and Vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Short-term and Long-term disability - Company paid
  • Life Insurance and AD&D - Company paid
  • Voluntary Spouse and Child Life Insurance
  • Paid time off with company holiday
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Benefit eligibility is set forth in benefit plan documents and organization policies.

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: Delphinus Engineering, Inc. is looking for a Shipfitter Lead to function for a variety of government Ship Repair projects and alterations. This is a leadership role to orchestrate the successful completion of tasks in the shop. Must be able to manage material inventory and task personal to carry out shop duties. Work is performed with equipment for prefab purposes in a manufacturing/production environment.

JOB LOCATION: Norfolk, VA.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Analyzing the blueprints for mechanical systems to determine the specifications of the components to be constructed.
  • Constructing structural components from raw materials.
  • Using welding equipment to fuse structural components.
  • Inspecting fabricated components to ensure that they are the correct size.
  • Utilizing shears, power saws, cutting torches, and chipper knives to cut structural components as needed.
  • Creating a suitable maintenance schedule and performing system maintenance accordingly.
  • Conducting diagnostic testing on malfunctioning systems to determine the root cause of the malfunction.
  • Replacing damaged or defective structural components as needed.
  • Adhering to all work-site safety rules and regulations.
  • Assists in verification of most appropriate material size to maximize productivity.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must pass background check
  • Must be U.S. Citizen
  • Minimum 6 - 10 years relevant experience on U.S. Navy ships
  • Experience in a shop environment
  • Able to obtain a Security clearance
  • Must be able to access all work locations, including government and private shipyards and/or vessels; must be able to obtain and retain Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card.
  • Must be familiar with working in a naval-ship-work-environment
  • Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the mechanical engineering field



EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

Req Number
SKI-25-00004

This position is currently accepting applications.

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