K54/X32 FOREMAN-$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) savings plans

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Virginia is seeking a K54/X32 Foreman to supervise skilled trades personnel, recommend training, and manage manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a BS/Apprentice or be a high school graduate with 6 years of related trade experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for new hires. Join our innovative team at the forefront of naval shipbuilding and defense technology.

Qualifications

• BS/Apprentice OR high school graduate with 6 years related trade experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates trades personnel.
• Recommends training to improve skill and productivity.
• Manages manufacturing and installation operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Trade knowledge

Education

BS/Apprentice or high school graduate with 6 years related trade experience

Job description

Job Overview

Join to apply for the K54/X32 FOREMAN role at Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII

Job Details

• Req ID: 44530
• Team: K54 NEW CON FUTURE CARR
• Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
• US Citizenship Required: Yes
• Position Type: Full‑time
• Shift: 1st
• Relocation: No relocation assistance available
• Telework: Not eligible
• Travel Requirement: Yes, 10%‑25% of the time
• Clearance Required: No – Clearance not required to start

About the Company

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) is the largest industrial employer in Virginia and the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and a major provider of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. With more than 25,000 employees across generations of shipbuilders, our diverse and innovative team ranges from skilled trades to engineers, architects and technical experts. Anchored in our 135‑year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing and integration to build the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

Job Summary

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 the quality and quantity of work performed. Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity of employees and assists in the development of training procedures, breaking broad strategies into practical action plans and ensuring employees are trained to perform them. Responsible for compliance with all technical aspects of the job, including adherence to drawings and procedures. Manages manufacturing, installation, operation, testing and process operations that have a significant financial impact on company performance. Oversees qualified trades staff and monitors job and budget performance for all shifts.

Sign‑On Bonus

Newport News Shipbuilding offers a $5,000 sign‑on bonus to foreman new hires. All qualifying applicants and current employees are eligible.

Requirements

• BS/Apprentice OR high school graduate with 6 years related trade experience.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions to safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large‑company employers, we are values‑driven and put people’s safety and well‑being first. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits and educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans; on‑site health centers; tele‑medicine; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; 401(k) savings plans; financial education tools; life insurance; tuition reimbursement; employee discounts; early‑childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships; and more. Some benefits may vary by division or location.

Equal Opportunity

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. U.S. citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Accessibility

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [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. Additionally, you may call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.