OUTSIDE MACHINIST -EXPERIENCED (3+ YEARS EXP REQUIRED)

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401K company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking an Outside Machinist to install, groom and test major mechanical components on commercial or naval ships in various construction stages. The role includes working with steam turbines, gears, reactors, catapults and related systems.

Candidates must have 3+ years in automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, HVAC or shop maintenance as a machinist or similar. Overtime, outdoor work, and height access are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
• Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
• Must be able to pass physical agility test.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work outdoors year-round, in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, groom and test the ship’s major mechanical components and systems.
• Work on commercial or naval ships in various stages of construction, overhaul or repair.
• Operate and maintain a range of shop tools and precision equipment.
• Perform overhead work and work at extreme heights as required.

Skills

Measurement ability

Background check

Physical agility

Heavy lifting

Shift flexibility

Maintenance experience

Job description

Req ID: 50563
Team: X43 MACH INSTALL
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 Requirements: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $66,996.80 to $85,196.80
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

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on-site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and more.

Outside machinists are assigned responsibility for installing, grooming and testing the ship’s major mechanical components and systems. Work occurs on commercial or naval ships in various stages of new construction, overhaul or repair. Examples of ship’s components work on are steam turbines, reduction gears, propellers, reactor components, catapults, weapons systems, periscopes and can be as diverse as laundry, food service or refrigeration equipment. Outside machinist operate a wide variety of tools and machinery. The tools range from wrenches and screwdrivers to complex and sophisticated equipment such as saws, drill presses, optical equipment, mills, portable machines, boring equipment, precision grinders, instruments and lathes.

Watch this Machinist video to learn more: https://youtu.be/Duq-ybvw61U?si=BH3aRbn2h2uASIBq

Must Have

• Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
• Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen
• Must be able to pass physical agility test
• Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
• Must be able to perform overhead work
• Must be able to work overtime as needed
• Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator
• Must be able to perform work outdoors, year- round, in all weather conditions
• Must be able to work at extreme heights
• Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces
• Must be willing to work any shift
• Qualified candidates must have three (3) or more years experience in automotive maintenance/repair, diesel engine maintenance/repair, heavy equipment maintenance/repair, commercial/industrial maintenance HVAC, aviation, refrigeration, plant maintenance, as a machinist, machinist mate, or similar experience.

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