CAL TECH 2

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding in Newport News, VA, is seeking a calibration technician to calibrate and maintain a range of test equipment used for shipbuilding and maintenance. The role requires an associate's degree with relevant experience and strong attention to detail in calibration work.

Responsibilities include disassembly, repair, and replacement of defective parts, and monitoring quality per process controls.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 1 year of relevant experience.
• Equivalent to Associate's Degree includes NNS Apprentice School graduate, NNPS graduate, or High School/GED with 2 years related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience.
• High School/GED with 4 years non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience may also qualify.

Responsibilities

• Calibrates electronic test measuring equipment and signal generating equipment to conform to set standards.
• Tests, calibrates, adjusts, and maintains electromechanical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, hydro mechanical, and pressure-type measuring and indicating instruments.
• Sets up calibration sequences, methods and procedures according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and requirements.
• Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts of test equipment such as pressure gauges and tension meters.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Skills

Machining

Instrumentation

Computers knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree

NNS Apprentice School graduate

Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate

High School/GED with 2 years related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

High School/GED with 4 years non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

Job description

Req ID: 49573

Team: O31 LABORATORY SERV

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $54,000.00 to $68,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team?

The Role

Calibrates electronic test measuring equipment and signal generating equipment to conform to set standards. Tests, calibrates, adjusts, and maintains electromechanical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, hydro mechanical, and pressure-type measuring and indicating instruments. Sets up calibration sequences, methods and procedures according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and requirements. Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and replaces defective parts of test equipment such as pressure gauges and tension meters. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Must Have

Associate's Degree and 1 years of relevant experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Associate's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• High School/GED and 2 years of related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years of non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

Nice to Have

Knowledge of computers beneficial but not required. Preferred experience includes machining and instrumentation. Ability to read, interpret, and work to material specifications.

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.