MECH TECH G 2 (OUTSIDE MACHINE OPERATOR)

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

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Goose Creek, South Carolina is seeking a Mech Tech G 2 (Outside Machine Operator) to operate light-duty machine tools and perform setup and maintenance. The role requires bending, lifting up to 40 lbs, and passing a respirator fit test while working on multiple shifts.

The position is full-time, on-site, with no relocation or telework, and involves adhering to quality procedures and safety standards in a heavy manufacturing environment for shipbuilding.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 years related education/experience.
• Apprentice graduate or Associate's Degree in a relevant discipline with 1 year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate light-duty bench- or floor-type machine tools and equipment.
• Set up machining machines and make adjustments; perform maintenance as needed.
• Check work using prescribed gauges, jigs and fixtures to measure close tolerances.
• Monitor and verify quality per statistical process or other control procedures.

Skills

Climb ladders

Work in confined spaces

Lift 40 lbs+

Respirator fit test

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Apprentice/Associate degree in relevant discipline

Job description

MECH TECH G 2 (OUTSIDE MACHINE OPERATOR)

Location: Goose Creek, South Carolina, United States

Date: Oct 15, 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 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. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Operates light-duty bench- or floor-type machine tools and equipment such as small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drills or punch presses, power brakes, shears or saws. May set up machining machines and make adjustments, and perform maintenance on machines. Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs and fixtures to measure close tolerances. Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Candidates must be able to:

• Climb ladders and work at extreme heights.


• Work in small, tight, or confined spaces.


• Kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis


• Lift heavy objects weighing 40 lbs. or more


• Work while repeatedly reaching overhead


• Work indoors or outdoors year-round in all weather conditions


• Take and pass a respirator fit test


• Work assigned shift as production needs

Must Have

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience; Apprentice graduate/ Associate's Degree in relevant discipline and 1 year 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.