K45/X11 BACKSHIFT GENERAL FOREMAN

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401K

On-site health center

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HII Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a K45/X11 Backshift General Foreman to lead and supervise semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel in Newport News, Virginia. The role includes coordinating training, interpreting drawings, and ensuring procedures are followed to meet project goals.

The position requires significant supervisory experience in production settings, with travel 10%-25% and no telework option.

Qualifications

• BS/Apprentice +4 years production supervisor experience or 6 years combined supervisory/CS experience
• Experience supervising skilled trades and managing training
• Ability to interpret drawings and procedures
• Knowledge of production processes and budgeting

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate trades personnel across shifts
• Train staff and develop procedures
• Ensure compliance with drawings and procedures
• Manage manufacturing, installation and testing with financial impact

Skills

Supervisory experience

Trades supervision

Budget monitoring

Training and coaching

Education

BS/Apprentice +4 years production supervisor experience

Non-BS/Non-Apprentice with 6 years supervisory/CS experience

Tools

Nimtz Class Carrier overhaul knowledge

Ship repair procedures

Job description

K45/X11 BACKSHIFT GENERAL FOREMAN

Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Sep 29, 2026

Req ID: 49960

Team: K45 ISCVN PROD TRADES

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: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $113,000.00 to $141,000.00

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

• Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their skill, experience and job knowledge.
• Supervises and trains employees to improve quality and quantity of work performed.
• Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity of employees, and assists in development of training procedures.
• Breaks broad strategies down to practical action plans and ensures employees are trained to perform these plans.
• Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all drawings, procedures, etc.
• Responsible for manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations that have a significant financial impact on the company's performance.
• Supervises qualified trades staff; monitoring job and budget performance for all shifts.

Must Have

• BS/Apprentice + 4 years production supervisor experience OR Non-BS/Non-Apprentice with 6 years combined production supervisory experience and/or CS experience.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of Nimtz Class Carrier overhaul and ship repair. Broad CVN 68 class experience, to include work control procedures, nuclear procedures, tank testing,and watertight to name a few.

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land 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 [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 e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.