FOREMAN TEST & TRIALS

Ingalls Shipbuilding, a Division of HII; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental and vision plans

On-site health centers

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, MS, seeks a proven leader with shipbuilding knowledge to oversee test and trial activities. You will manage Auxiliaries, Deck Gear, Weapons Handling, and Damage Control across contracts, ensuring test procedures are followed and data accurately recorded.

The role requires experience with regulatory requirements, vendor coordination for HM&E equipment, and adherence to quality assurance standards. Shift flexibility and travel up to 50% are expected.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience to motivate teams and interact with all levels of personnel.
• Proficient in MS Office and MS Project.
• Knowledge of ship construction, repair procedures, test procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage Auxiliaries, Deck Gear, Weapons Handling, and Damage Control on assigned contracts.
• Coordinate HM&E equipment testing, retesting, and test document control.
• Direct data recording and QA certifications for test completions.

Skills

Leadership

MS Office

MS Project

Ship knowledge

Education

BS/Apprentice

High School + 4 years manufacturing/military/trade

Associate Degree in Trade/Technical + 3 years experience

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Req ID: 50431
Team: 75 Test & Trials
Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: No
Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirement: Yes, 25%-50% of the time

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today

With More Than 11,000 Employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Division Is The Largest Manufacturing Employer In Mississippi And a Major Contributor To The Economic Growth Of Alabama. For Nearly 85 Years, We’ve Designed, Built And Maintained Amphibious Ships, Destroyers, And Cutters For The U.S. Navy And The U.S. Coast Guard. The Largest Supplier Of U.S. Navy Surface Combatants, We’re Simultaneously Building Four Classes Of Ships And Have Pioneered The Development And Production Of Technologically Advanced, Highly Capable Ships For The Surface Navy Fleet For Decades. Think That’s Cool? Keep Reading

The Role

Knowledge of all phases of ship construction and repair; through understanding of ship distributive systems. Familiarity with regulatory body requirements, repair procedures, test procedures; and other Company procedures such as standard procedures and departmental operating instructions. Computer skills. (MS Office and MS Project). Proven leadership ability, with capability to motivate people; and to interact with all levels of personnel and management. Must have prior experience with the below listed systems and processes.
Manages Auxiliaries, Deck Gear, Weapons Handling , and Damage Control on assigned Contract(s).
Ensures that required deviations from approved test documents are concurred with and supported by the responsible department. Directs the recording and authentication of data required by test documents; supports Quality Assurance in the certification and verification of test completions.
Coordinates vendor activities pertaining to HM&E equipment installed aboard the vessel, ensuring control of test status and re-entry control. Executes Ripouts and ensures Mechanical Tag-Outs are properly enforced and maintained as required by test for retesting work instructions and procedures.
Additional common management responsibilities as listed in Shipbuilding Management Charter 0001 within command media (SBMC 0001) and applicants should review the Charter and policies and procedures before applying for position.

Must Have

• BS/Apprentice
• High School and 4 years combined manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, military experience
• Associate Degree in a Trade/Technical and 3 years of relevant manufacturing, shipbuilding, trade and/or military experience
• Internal candidates must have a Superior Attendance and Disciplinary Record.
  • Candidate cannot have more than 3 unexcused absences in the last 180 day period.
  • Candidate cannot have any safety DANS that result in a disciplinary layoff in last 180 day period.
  • Candidate cannot have more than 2 total DANS in the last 180 day period (excluding lost tool).
• Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned.

Nice to Have

Experience as a Work Leader and/or experience performing Re-Rate duties. Working knowledge of shipboard Ventilation, Damage Control, Auxilaries and/or Fuel systems. Ability to interpret technical drawings, piping diagrams, system schematics, test procedures, and technical documentation. Experiencence coordinating and executing functional tests and operational checks in accordance with approved test procedures and applicable requirements. Demonstarted ability to lead, train, and mentor employees while maintaining accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and work performance. Ability to communicate test status, work progress, deficiencies, and schedule concerns to leasership. Ability to maintain accurate test documentation, work records, and progress updates using electronic systems and Microsoft Office applications.

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.

• 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 buildyourcareer@hii-co .com 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 #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.