Rigger - 2nd Shift
BAE Systems · Norfolk, VA · Manufacturing & Maintenance
About this role
BAE Systems is hiring a mid-level Manufacturing Engineer in the operations function based in Norfolk, VA.
- Role
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Function
- operations
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Norfolk, VA
- Department
- Manufacturing & Maintenance
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
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Job description
from BAE Systems careersJob Description The Rigger Shop Mechanic performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving deck machinery, engine room work, electronic equipment, staging work, testing, steel/pipe work, general dock, rudders, shafting, wheel work, and anchor chain work. The Mechanic operates equipment for assembly and installation; performs preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery; records work performed 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 rigger shop. A mechanic must demonstrate a developing knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility. Developing 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 with minimal assistance. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks. In some cases, as specified, the mechanic is expected to assist, rather than completing the task independently. ·Anchor Chain Work ·Make metal tags ·Break detachable links (including baldt/kenter style links) ·Transport…