Machinist Apprentice (Technician 1) - 23707

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in defense technology as a Machinist Apprentice in Alexandria, VA. The role focuses on developing skills for machining and offers hands-on training combined with educational coursework to help you excel in a rewarding career. You'll gain valuable experience in a top security priority environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and desire to learn.
• High school education with passing grades in math and mechanical subjects.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of machining and related shop theory.
• Follow all safety procedures of the machine shop.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping for the apprenticeship log.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma

Job description

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Requisition Number: 23707

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $36,314.00 - $46,356.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Entry Level

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntingdon Ingalls Industries (HII), is seeking a motivated Machinist Apprentice to join our team at our Alexandria, VA location.

At HII we develop customized mission-enabling solutions that seamlessly blend technology and tradecraft. We value collaboration, imagination and hands-on creativity and our employees come from diverse backgrounds, bringing a broad spectrum of technical experience to our team. We expect that you will apply your skills and shape this position based on your strengths and interests.

By joining HII, your talents will build on the industry leading reputation we've earned over more than five decades. Beyond competitive salary and benefits, you will earn a sense of accomplishment by making meaningful contributions to our nation’s top security priorities. HII offers access to all the resources of our parent company HII while maintaining a small company feel across our operations concentrated in Northern Virginia with some of the most comprehensive secure rapid prototyping facilities in the mid-Atlantic region including a full in-house machine shop, composite fabrication, finishing, electronics assembly and testing capabilities.

Electronic solutions include communications, sensors, motion platforms, and antennas in unique packaging and form factors. Software solutions include motion and systems control, recognition and classification AI/ML, graphical user interfaces, data encryption, and communication protocols. The results of your ideas, designs, and skills are realized as they quickly become finished products deployed worldwide.

HII's 4-year apprenticeship program was developed in close coordination with the Virginia Department of Labor to satisfy the Commonwealth of Virginia’s training curriculum requirements. The program features two main elements: on-the-job machining training and 144 hours of relevant coursework per year through ToolingU, an online career-based learning center. The program is tailored for our business to support our manufacturing capability and for the individual to provide a well-rounded experience. Upon completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice is awarded the title of Journeyman Machinist and is presented with a certificate of completion from the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The successful machinist apprentice candidate is expected to have little to no machining experience but shall possess a strong mechanical aptitude and a desire to learn skills that can serve as the foundation of a productive and rewarding career.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Learn all aspects of machining and related shop theory (equipment, processes, tooling, materials) required by the apprentice program

• Learn and follow all safety procedures of the machine shop
• Learn the proper use of calibrated measuring instruments
• Learn how to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Learn how to operate machines such as lathes, mills, and various cutting equipment
• Clean and maintain machines and keep work area orderly. Learn preventative maintenance procedures on equipment
• Maintain no less than a “B” average on all academic courses required by the apprentice program
• Maintain accurate time keeping for the Apprenticeship log book
• Take a proactive approach to continuous improvement including productivity, quality, safety, and shop environment
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain a government clearance
• Be at least 18 years of age
• High School education with passing grades in at least two of the following:
• Algebra I or Algebra II
• Geometry
• Mechanical/Drawing
• Vocational/Technical Education
• Principles of Technology
• Strong mechanical aptitude
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Strong work ethic
• Well organized and able to manage tasks
• Attention to detail
  
  

Physical Requirements

May require working in an industrial or shipboard environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level. May encounter extremes of temperature, pollution, humidity, noise, and other environmental factors while collecting data, observing performance of task teams.

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.

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.

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 email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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