Pipefitter Lead

Amentum is actively seeking a Pipefitter Lead for International Fleet Support under the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) PMS 326 Follow-On Technical Support (FOTS) contract. The work location will be at the Egyptian Naval Base in the port of Alexandria, Egypt. This position includes a competitive benefits package.  

Essential responsibilities and daily duties include: 

• Lead the installation, repair, and maintenance of piping systems aboard naval surface ships, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and standards. 

• Supervise pipefitting teams, delegating tasks, conducting quality checks, and training junior staff in proper installation techniques and safety procedures. 

• Perform inspections and tests (hydrostatic, pneumatic) to ensure the integrity and performance of all piping systems, identifying and repairing any faults. 

• Work with project managers and engineers to plan pipefitting work, including materials procurement, manpower allocation, and scheduling to meet project deadlines. 

• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and that proper lockout/tagout procedures, confined space entry protocols, and welding safety standards are followed.  

• Provide detailed and technically accurate written condition and open and inspection reports. Use technical publications to identify and order required repair parts. 

• Participate as a member of the Amentum Ship Repair Team (SRT) in close coordination with the Industrial Manager. 

• Provide timely and comprehensive inputs for the Monthly Status Report. 

Minimum Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED. 

• 5 years of experience as a pipefitter, with a strong background in naval shipboard systems. 

• Completion of a formal pipefitting apprenticeship program or vocational training in welding, plumbing, or pipefitting. 

• Proven leadership experience as a supervisor or lead pipefitter managing teams of pipefitters and welders in shipyards, aboard naval vessels, or in industrial settings. 

• Working experience with high-pressure piping systems, fuel systems, water systems, and hydraulic lines aboard naval ships. 

• Working knowledge of environmental regulations related to wastewater systems, ballast water treatment, and fuel transfer aboard ships. 

• Working experience with rigging and hoisting techniques for positioning and installing large pipe sections or assemblies in confined shipboard environments. 

• Working experience in hydrostatic testing, pneumatic testing, and leak detection methods to verify the integrity of newly installed or repaired piping systems. 

• Ability to use inspection tools such as pressure gauges, borescopes, and ultrasonic testing equipment to assess pipe condition. 

• Working expertise in welding and brazing techniques for pipefitting, particularly TIG, MIG, and stick welding as applied to naval and marine piping systems. 

• Proficiency in cutting, threading, bending, and assembling various types of pipe materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, copper-nickel, and PVC. 

• Ability to install piping systems with precision, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and support in accordance with NAVSEA and other relevant marine standards. 

• Proficiency with hand tools, precision measurement tools, and equipment to perform repairs and have a thorough knowledge of standard shipyard practices. 

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Ability to interpret vessel blueprints and ship drawings in addition to research ships’ systems manuals to identify problems as they arise. 

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. 

• Ability to maintain a strong working relationship with EN counterparts in a dynamic work environment. 

• Ability to obtain a Country Clearance and Base Pass authorization. Note: US citizenship is required.

• Ability to possess a current passport at least two years before expiration after arrival in Egypt. 

• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior ship maintenance experience or working knowledge of expectations and safety protocols related to a shipyard environment.  

• Experience working in an Arab country for long periods.