Press Brake Operator & Mechanical Tech (N3)

HII; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking skilled sheet metal workers to fabricate and assemble metal components for naval ships. You will read blueprints, set up CNC presses, and ensure quality per specifications, working with engineers and programmers to meet production goals.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience or apprenticeship/associate degree. Benefits and career growth opportunities available at Newport News Shipbuilding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years related experience or apprenticeship/associate degree with 3 years experience.
• Experience reading blueprints and navigating CAD/PLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install and repair sheet metal products per blueprints and specs.
• Set up and operate fabricating machinery; inspect for conformance to specs.
• Coordinate with engineers/programmers on machine/part capability.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree / Apprenticeship

3+ years related experience

Tools

1500 Ton CNC Standard Brake Press

750 Ton CNC Accur Press

400 Ton Standard C-Frame Press

80 Ton CNC DigiBend

Print reading

CNC program creation

Material layout

Tooling readiness

shipyard quality standards

Job description

HII Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking skilled sheet metal workers to fabricate and assemble metal components for naval ships. You will read blueprints, set up CNC presses, and ensure quality per specifications, working with engineers and programmers to meet production goals.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience or apprenticeship/associate degree. Benefits and career growth opportunities available at Newport News Shipbuilding.