Entry-Level Outside Machinist – Naval Ship Installations

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries' Newport News Shipbuilding campus in Newport News, Virginia is hiring an entry level Outside Machinist. You will assist in installing, grooming, testing and repairing ship mechanical systems on naval and commercial vessels during new construction, overhaul or repair.

The role requires the ability to take measurements, pass background checks, and lift at least 40 pounds. Shift is multiple, and telework is not available; citizenship is required for eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical concepts or repair work.
• Ability to take measurements or willingness to learn.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Must be able to work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, groom, test and repair a ship's major mechanical components and systems.
• Operate tools and equipment including wrenches, drill presses, mills and lathes.
• Work on commercial or naval ships during construction, overhaul or repair.

Skills

Mech concepts

Reading measurements

Manual dexterity

Tools

Wrenches

Drill presses

Lathes

Mills

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries' Newport News Shipbuilding campus in Newport News, Virginia is hiring an entry level Outside Machinist. You will assist in installing, grooming, testing and repairing ship mechanical systems on naval and commercial vessels during new construction, overhaul or repair.

The role requires the ability to take measurements, pass background checks, and lift at least 40 pounds. Shift is multiple, and telework is not available; citizenship is required for eligibility.