Marine Carpenter

BAE Systems
Norfolk, VA

Job Description
Position Summary
The Carpenter Shop Mechanic performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving working with equipment, working with Nomex panel, installation of various materials and drydock block and crate building. Mechanic operates equipment for assembly and installation; and follows specified safety policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge
This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of a mechanic in the Carpenter shop. A mechanic must demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.
Advanced 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 independently and teach others how to complete the tasks. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks. A mechanic also is expected to strategize independently and problem-solve as appropriate.

Equipment
  • Mobile Equipment
  • Use a hand saw (must have a hand saw as a part of personal tool set)
  • Trained in using grinders
  • Fixed equipment (must be trained on and operate the following equipment)
  • Table saw
  • Planner
  • Drill presses (Material: Wood or Metal Frames)
  • Nomex Panels Plates
  • Perform the counter sinking process as it relates to synthetic deck plates
  • Removals and Interference
  • Batterboards
  • Unbolt boards
  • Draw Sketches
  • Label with material identification tags
  • Deck
  • Conduct inspections and observing how to document imperfections
  • Handle the following materials Electrical grade matting, Terrazo, PRC, Vinyl, etc.
  • False Overhead
  • Draw sketches
  • Label and tag all gridding and panels
  • Remove the panels and grids
  • Tiles
  • Remove Ceramic/Terracotta and Sound Dampening Tile
  • Handle Ceramic/Terracotta and Sound Dampening Tile
  • Installations
  • Fiber glass on the shafts
  • Install basic polysulfide coating at the end of the shaft
  • Install the resin
  • Wrap the shaft and make adjustments as needed
  • Wood Decking
  • Cut the wood
  • Shoot studs
  • Measure planks
  • Secure with metal fasteners
  • Caulk
  • Batterboards
  • Electrical Grade Matting
  • Glue, seal, measure and lay matting
  • Inspect for imperfections
  • Deck Coating System (Terrazo, PRC, vinyl, tile, etc.)
  • Glue, seal, measure and lay tiles
  • Tiles
  • Install and handle Ceramic/Terracotta and Sound Dampening Tile
  • False Overhead
  • Lay out and install all types of false overhead panels
  • Draw where the grid goes and each tile goes; draw current state of the space
  • Read blueprints to install overheads
  • Building Crates, Hatches & Steps
  • Crate
  • Read specs for measurements and weight
  • Assess the equipment being crafted and build crates
  • Hatches
  • Read specs for measurements and build hatches
  • Steps
  • Measure
  • Layout and fabricate a set of steps
  • Drydock Block Building
  • Read advanced blueprints for measurements
  • Cut and assemble blocks
  • Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) Handrails
  • Read advanced blueprints for measurements
  • Layout, fabricate and install handrails
  • Optional: PCMS Tile removal and installation

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED
Minimum Relevant Experience: 4 to 7 yrs.
Must be able to obtain a government access badge.

Practical Theory Requirements
A first class mechanic must demonstrate an advanced understanding of working with equipment, working with Nomex panel, installation of various materials and drydock block and crate building.
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, chaps if working with chainsaw, Tyvek suits and respirators when working with certain chemicals)
  • 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
Preferred minimum relevant experience: 5 to 8 years.

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.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
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 its 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 teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, youll 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 repairjust 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.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Posted 2026-05-29

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