MECH TECH G 2 / OUTSIDE MACHINIST

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a skilled machinist to operate light-duty machine tools and verify tolerances for produced parts. The role involves setup, adjustments, and routine machine maintenance on first shift.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with related experience; an Apprentice or Associate degree is a plus. Relocation assistance is not provided. U.S. citizenship is required for some positions.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or equivalent with 2 years related experience or Apprenticeship/Associate degree with 1 year related experience.
• May require certification.
• Experience with setting up machines and reading gauges is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate light-duty bench- or floor-type machine tools and equipment.
• Set up machining machines and perform adjustments.
• Inspect produced parts using gauges and fixtures to ensure close tolerances.
• Maintain and monitor machine condition and quality control.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Read gauges

Stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years related experience

Apprentice graduate / Associate's Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Machine tools (lathe, mill, drill)

Quality measurement gauges

Job description

• Req ID: 46806
• Team: C100 PRODUCTION
• Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
• US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
• Full-Time
• Shift: 1st
• 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

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

Prior Mechanical experience such as Automotive Repair, Plant Maintenance, Machinery Installation/Repair is a plus. Successful completion of a technical/vocational program in Machining, Diesel Technology, Automotive, HVAC, Mechanical.

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.