**Job Description** The Pipe Shop First Class Mechanic performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving general fitting piping systems on vessels, burning/brazing, testing and sketching piping systems. The First Class Mechanic operates equipment for assembly and installation; performs preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedure. **Openings on both 1st and 2nd shift.** **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** High school Diploma /GED Minimum 5 year pipefitting experience **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** General Pipefitting Complete a sketch sheet (P-1, P-2, P-3, P-13, P-14, P-15, P-16, P-17, P-68, P-69, P-71, P-72, p-3B and tolerances) Read and interpret advanced blue prints Know the basic tools required and their uses Identification of piping by class, schedule, size and the systems in which they are used. Identification of various gaskets and fasteners and the systems they are used on Know types of bevels, types of backing rings, consumable inserts (E/B ring), open roots, saddles, miters, tolerances Remove and install docking plug Gas freeing- Preserval of internal structures Chlorinate CHT and Potable Water Systems Conduct hydrostatic testing Standard Operating Procedure for shop Hydrostatic Test Stand **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. **Journeymen Pipefitter** **107039BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression