Calling all Welders!

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defense contractor committed to national security and employee development. As a Marine Welder, you'll play a crucial role in fleet modernization, working on submarines and surface ships. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your welding skills while supporting the U.S. Navy. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values innovation and excellence, with access to competitive benefits and professional growth. If you're looking for a secure and rewarding career in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and make a difference in national defense!

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness resources

Employee assistance programs

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Early childhood and education scholarships

Qualifications

• Must have formal weld and/or brazing training and/or qualifications.
• High School education or Trade School with 2 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Installs, operates, maintains, and repairs equipment on submarines and ships.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Mechanical Tools

Technical Support

Education

High School Diploma

Trade School Certification

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

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Location: Bremerton, WA, Washington, United States

Requisition Number: 21050 

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $54,000.00 - $83,200.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Entry Level 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Are you looking to join a team of professionals for a long term secure and rewarding employment opportunity? Then join our System Integration (SI) team whose accomplishments make a positive impact supporting the U.S. Navy and national defense!

We are currently seeking shipboard Marine Welders for fleet modernization in the Seattle, WA and Bremerton, WA areas. The selected Welders will be supporting our Systems Integrations department working on active class submarines, surface ships, and shore-based communication facilities using various mechanical tools to install, upgrade and remove industrial equipment to assist with alterations and installations. Selected candidate will be required to travel to shipyards and military bases located around or out of the country when not assigned to a local task. Per Diem available based on location when on travel, travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company.

As the top-ranked defense contractor on the Forbes list of America's Best Large Employers, HII is committed to serving our employees, our communities, our service members, and our nation! We offer competitive benefits, education reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. 

What You Will Do

Installs, operates, maintains, repairs and modifies equipment. Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations. Analyzes and evaluates products and related performance. Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time. Installs, upgrades and removes products ensuring coordinative engineering field change. Maintains effective customer communications and relations. May provide onsite training of customer support personnel. Applies understanding of production and processes to assignments. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May assist in the development and use technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports. Performs duties outside of specialty in order to complete installation or work assignment.

What You Must Have

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Must have formal weld and/or brazing training and/or combination piping and plate welding qualifications.

Must be able to work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts or work orders as well as written and verbal instruction.

Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

Must be a U.S. citizen.

High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience. Prefer technical/professional certifications. 

Bonus Points For...

Prefer candidates with an active Secret clearance or above.

Current or prior certified steel stick welding (SMAW) certificate applicable with MIL-STD-248.

Prefer candidates with 4 - 8 years experience. 

Prior AIT or active duty experience on current active class submarines is preferred. Candidates possessing a current U.S. Travel passport are preferred.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

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. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

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

Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

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.

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 email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.