MECH TECH D 1 (ELECTRICIAN)

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (Newport News Shipbuilding) in Goose Creek, SC is seeking a Mech Tech D1 (Electrician) to repair, install, and maintain electrical systems across production lines. This role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, conduit work, and safety compliance.

You will join a legacy team building naval vessels, working on control systems and production equipment with growth opportunities and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; may require certification.

Responsibilities

• Repair, construct, install, troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems across production lines.
• Modify, calibrate, design, program and test control systems and equipment.
• Install and route conduit; inspect wiring for shielding and grounding; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Conduit work

Industrial equipment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

MECH TECH D 1 (ELECTRICIAN)

Location: Goose Creek, South Carolina, United States

Date: Jul 15, 2026

Req ID: 48422

Team: C100 PRODUCTION

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 Requirement: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

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

Repairs, constructs, installs, troubleshoots, and maintains routine electrical systems and equipment. Modifies, aligns, calibrates, designs, programs, installs, tests, troubleshoots and maintains routine electrical systems and equipment to include control systems, a wide variety of industrial infrastructure and production equipment. Cuts, threads, bends, couples, and straps conduit as required. Troubleshoots electrical malfunctions, inspects circuits and wiring for shielding and grounding, and tests electrical equipment for safety and efficiency.

Must Have

High School diploma or equivalent. May require certification.

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.