HVAC Subject Matter Expert - 29001

Huntington Ingalls Industries; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

401(k) Savings Plan Options

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries in San Diego, CA, seeks a skilled HVAC Subject Matter Expert to ensure Navy readiness. The role involves performing assessments and repairs of ship systems while training personnel on technical operations.

Candidates must have extensive HVAC experience, EPA certification, and the ability to manage projects in maritime environments. Competitive salary and benefits are included, reflecting the essential nature of this role.

Qualifications

• 8 years of related experience with HVAC systems and other machinery.
• EPA Universal Certification is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and repairs on shipboard HVAC systems.
• Train personnel on equipment and technical documentation.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies for project planning.

Skills

HVAC systems assessment and repair

Troubleshooting technical issues

Project management

Reading technical manuals

Computer skills with MS Office

Strong communication skills

Education

High School or Trade School education

Tools

Hand tools for HVAC specialty

Job description

Summary

Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! The COMNAVAIRPAC Carrier Engineering Maintenance Assist Team (CEMAT) is looking for an experienced HVAC Subject Matter Expert (SME). The experienced technician will perform shipboard equipment assessments and repairs while training Ships Force personnel and validating installed systems to ensure accurate documentation. This is a full‑time position located in San Diego, CA.

What You Will Do

• Considered subject matter expert in technical specialty.
• May work directly with customer or customer representatives, attend meetings and deploy for special projects.
• Conduct material condition assessments, troubleshooting and repairs on various equipment throughout the ship.
• Train Ships Force on using technical documentation such as drawings and technical manuals.
• Validate equipment installed on CVNs to verify APL accuracy.

What You Must Have

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 8 years of related experience, to include specific systems expertise.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
• Proven expertise assessing, troubleshooting and repairing HVAC systems, chilled water plants, air conditioning systems, hydraulic equipment, pumps, turbines, and auxiliary machinery.
• Experience developing and executing Quality Management Plans (QMPs).
• Experience identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies to prevent schedule impacts.
• Experience with planning work for major maintenance availabilities (i.e., SRA’s, DPIA, PIA and CMAV’s) equipment overhauls, modernization projects, and lifecycle sustainment efforts.
• A current EPA Universal Certification.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Experience with shipboard WAF and tagout processes.Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals and other technical documentation for job completion.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Passport. May require underway support for short periods of time.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a passport and a CAC or DBIDS for base.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain ship access.

Bonus Points For

• A minimum of one tour onboard a CVN.
• NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector an added plus.
• Knowledge of the US Navy Supply system.

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.

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.

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.

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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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.