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Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is seeking a full-time painter at Goose Creek, SC. You will prepare surfaces for painting, wash, strip and mask, and apply conversion coats to components of naval ships.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and multiple years of related experience; Apprentice graduates or an Associate's Degree in a relevant discipline with experience may be considered. We offer comprehensive benefits and a stable career with a leading shipbuilder.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years related experience.
• Apprentice graduate/ Associate's Degree in relevant discipline with 3 years related experience.
• Certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces for painting by washing, stripping and masking.
• Cleans interior and exterior and performs basic brush, dip and spray stripper operations.
• Makes and applies conversion coat to details, assemblies and the entire structure.

Skills

Paint prep

Chemical handling

Safety compliance

Brush application

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

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Goose Creek, South Carolina, United States

Date: Oct 21, 2026

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: No

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: to

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

Prepares surfaces for painting by performing various operations such as washing, stripping and masking.� Cleans interior and exterior as required and performs basic brush, dip and spray stripper operations.� Mixes and applies chemicals such as cleaners, brighteners and solvent for use and performs the application of the conversion coat to details, assemblies and the entire structure.

Must Have

High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years additional education and/or related experience; Apprentice graduate/ Associate's Degree in relevant discipline and 3 years of related experience. May require certification.

Nice to Have

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. 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. We offer comprehensive benefits including: 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.