EXPERIENCED PRODUCTION SUPPORT ELECTRICIAN

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries in Newport News, Virginia, is seeking an Experienced Production Support Electrician to build, install, repair, and maintain temporary lighting and power systems aboard ships and in facilities. You will read drawings, troubleshoot electrical equipment, and support diverse environment with safety-first procedures.

Requirements include 2+ years in electrical installation or maintenance and working knowledge of NEC, lockout/tagout, and testing tools.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of temporary lighting and power distribution systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
• Experience with cable assemblies, extensions, and basic electrical components.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for electrical systems and equipment.
• Understanding of electrical safety standards and procedures (e.g., lockout/tagout).
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including confined spaces, heights, and outdoors.
• Willingness to work in various settings, including facilities, pier-side, and aboard ships.
• Attention to detail and safety commitment.
• Ability to work overtime if needed.
• Commercial/industrial electrical experience preferred; familiarity with NEC and load calculations.

Responsibilities

• Build, install, repair, and maintain temporary lighting and power distribution equipment.
• Support installation and maintenance of temporary light and power installations across facilities, pier-side, aboard ships, and shops.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.

Skills

Electrical installation

Electrical maintenance

Electrical repair

Reading schematics & blueprints

Troubleshooting

Lockout/Tagout safety

Temporary lighting & power

NEC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical certification/trade school training

OSHA 10/30 certification

Tools

Multimeter

Megger Insulation Tester

Clamp-Amp

Phase Rotation Tester

Thermal Imager

Job description

EXPERIENCED PRODUCTION SUPPORT ELECTRICIAN

Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Aug 7, 2026

Req ID: 48696

Team: X31 ELECTRICAL

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: Multiple

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: $74,297.60 to $85,196.80

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.

The Role

Production support electricians are largely responsible for building, installing, repairing, and maintaining temporary lighting and power distribution equipment including cable assemblies, extensions, and temporary telephone and announcement systems. They also support the installation and maintenance of temporary light and power installations across various environtments, including facilities, pier-side operations, aboard ships, and within production shops. In addition, Production Support Electricians troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.

Must Have

• 2 or more years of experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair
• Knowledge of temporary lighting and power distribution systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints
• Experience with cable assemblies, extensions, and basic electrical components
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for electrical systems and equipment
• Understanding of electrical safety standards and procedures (e.g., lockout/tagout)
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including confined spaces, heights, and outdoor conditions
• Willingness to work in various settings, including facilities, pier-side, and aboard ships
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work overtime if needed
• Knowledge of Commercial/industrial electrical experience preferred, familiarity with NEC and load calculations/cable selection.
• Competent in the use of electrical and/or electronic test equipment i.e.: Multimeter, Megger Insulation Tester, Clamp-Amp, Phase Rotation Tester, Thermal Imager

Nice to Have

• Current OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Electrical Certification, apprenticeship, or trade school training
• Previous experience in a shipyard, naval, or defense contracting environment

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender iden