Marine Watercraft Mechanic - 23082

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to supporting the world's most powerful Navy! This exciting role involves performing critical maintenance and repair on specialized marine equipment, ensuring operational readiness for maritime special operations. With a focus on teamwork and innovation, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise and offers competitive benefits. If you're ready to make a difference and contribute to national defense, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

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

Wellness resources

Employee assistance programs

401(k) Savings Plan Options

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Employee discounts

Early childhood education scholarships

Post-secondary education scholarships

Qualifications

• 6 years of related experience in marine propulsion and maintenance.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on various marine equipment.
• Act as primary point of contact for problem resolution.

Skills

Marine Propulsion Experience

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Equipment Maintenance

DoD Secret Clearance

General Repair Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Trade School

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

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Requisition Number:23082

Required Travel: 26 - 50%

Employment Type:Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$55,000.00-$60,443.50

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

Summary

Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! This position is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The selected candidate will perform corrective and preventative maintenance mechanical operation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and assessment in support of Maritime Special Operations Forces Support (MSOFS) Watercraft.

*This role is contingent upon being awarded the contract.

What You Will Do

Providing field service representatives to perform minor equipment modification, installation of equipment and maintenance of SOF equipment at the Echelon II level and below.

The types of specialized equipment to be supported include but is not limited to: Combatant Craft variants (CCA, CCH, CCM), Special Operations Craft-Riverine (SOC-R), Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs), Maritime Combatant Craft Aerial Delivery System, SEAL Delivery Vehicle and dry deck shelter, ground mobility vehicles and other tactical vehicles.Various dive equipment and weapons that are standard issued to NSW operators are also considered equipment

May trainand provide instruction on the various equipment and/or platforms.

Performcorrective and preventative maintenancemechanical operation, troubleshooting, repair, andmaterial assessment of all equipment and boat's equipment in accordance with OEM specifications.

Serves as the primary point of contact (POC) for problem resolution and liaison with Government.

Ensures contract deliverables are accurately and timely submitted.

Make decisions relating to Expeditionary Equipment Readiness Services Support program.

What You Must Have

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 6 years of related experience.

Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

Must have a current, active DoD Secret Clearance and be able to obtain a DoD Top Secret Security clearance.

Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience of general marine propulsion and or power generation experience in operations, maintenance, repair, or inspections.

Must have previous experience as a factory certified mechanic on a Suzuki DF250APXX outboard engines.

Must have at least 5 years’ experience as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certified mechanic with either Evinrude, Honda, Mercury, or Yamaha commercial outboard engines and ancillary equipment.

Preferred: Bonus Points For

• Previous experience withCummins Diesel Engines: 4021564-Operation and Maintenance Manual QSB5.9 Marine Engines; 4021416-Troubleshooting and Repair Manual ISB, ISBe2, ISBe3, ISBe4, QSB4.5, QSB5.9, QSB6.7, ISC, QSC8.3, ISL, ISLe3, ISLe4, and QSL9, CM850 Electronic Control System; 4021271-Service Manual ISBe, ISB, and QSB (Common Rail Fuel System); 4022081-Master Repair Manual SmartCraft Marine Control System, Hamilton Waterjet Marine Propulsion Units and Twin Disc Marine Gear Transmission.
• At least one (1) year of experience in aluminum and glass reinforced plastic (GRP) hull repair at the depot level.

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.

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.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. 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.Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

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.

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. Our 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.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our employees. We believe that an environment that fosters employee engagement among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of our employees.

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.