Jobs in Portsmouth, VA
59 open roles — posted here, and found on employers' own careers sites.
Median posted pay $91,000 from the 52 roles here that state a range. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL)
United States Fleet Forces Command
2 locations · $90,838 – $118,092
This is a Federal technician role in a naval calibration laboratory where you would develop metrology procedures, train technical staff, and perform complex mechanical and electro-mechanical calibrations. It suits experienced technicians comfortable with precision measurement standards, documentation, and mentoring others in specialized lab techniques.
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Health Technician
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
2 locations · $37,193 – $48,038
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Recreation Assistant (Fitness/Sports/Aquatics)
Commander, Navy Installations Command
2 locations · $17 / hour
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CHEMIST
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $108,019 – $140,426
This role oversees environmental compliance testing for the U.S. Navy, reviewing laboratory data and practices to ensure adherence to federal water protection and waste management regulations. It suits experienced chemists comfortable with regulatory frameworks, data quality standards, and technical presentations to senior military leadership.
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Health Technician (Optometry)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
5 locations · $45,409 – $59,031
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ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $90,838 – $118,092
This role calibrates and repairs electrical reference standards at a naval shipyard's laboratory, developing advanced testing procedures and mentoring junior technicians. It suits experienced electronics technicians who want to work with precision measurement systems and lead technical innovation in a federal laboratory setting.
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Social Worker (Substance Abuse)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Portsmouth, VA · $75,788 – $98,530
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TRAINING INSTRUCTOR
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $75,788 – $98,530
This role trains welders and other trades workers at a naval shipyard, covering both practical techniques and nuclear safety requirements. It suits someone with deep welding experience who can design curricula, teach diverse groups, and assess skill development.
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Health Technician (Surgical)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
4 locations · $51,201 – $66,563
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SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $127,646 – $165,945
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Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiograph)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
2 locations · $58,874 – $75,858
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BOILERMAKER SUPERVISOR I
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $42 – $49 / hour
A supervisory role at a naval shipyard overseeing boilermakers and mixed-trade crews working on submarine and surface ship systems. This suits experienced boilermakers ready to step into leadership and quality oversight responsibilities.
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Audiologist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
4 locations · $75,788 – $118,092
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SUPERVISORY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $108,019 – $140,426
This supervisory role manages crane maintenance operations at a naval shipyard, overseeing work scheduling, budget development, and employee training across the division. It suits someone with hands-on experience in heavy equipment maintenance and proven ability to lead teams in a regulated, safety-critical environment.
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Medical Instrument Technician (Polysomnography)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
2 locations · $56,713 – $73,724
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $75,788 – $98,530
This federal role oversees telecommunications systems and infrastructure for a naval shipyard, managing radios, access control, and emergency communications while ensuring equipment compliance and interoperability. It suits someone with hands-on experience in communications systems who can serve as a technical expert and coordinate across multiple stakeholders.
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
9 locations · $62,640 – $81,436
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ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ASSISTANT
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $51,210 – $66,574
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Medical Records Technician (Coder/Audit/Training)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Portsmouth, VA · $51,210 – $66,574
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HEALTH PHYSICIST
United States Fleet Forces Command
2 locations · $51,210 – $81,436
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Nurse (Labor and Delivery)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Portsmouth, VA · $103,360 – $131,277
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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (JOB PLANNING LEADER)
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $90,838 – $118,092
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Dental Assistant (Expanded Function)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
5 locations · $45,409 – $59,031
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LEAD CONTRACT SPECIALIST
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $108,019 – $140,426
This role leads contract management activities for a major naval shipyard, overseeing acquisition planning, price analysis, negotiation, and administration of large defense programs. It suits experienced federal or private-sector contracting professionals ready to mentor teams and manage complex, multi-million-dollar procurement efforts.
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Medical Technician
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
18 locations · $50,460 – $65,599
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